Gandhinagar: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Tuesday launched the ambitious Gujarat Shipbuilding and Repair Policy-2026 in Gandhinagar, marking a significant step towards strengthening India’s shipbuilding sector and reinforcing the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
The policy aims to establish Gujarat as the country’s premier shipbuilding and ship repair hub by leveraging the state’s 2,340-km-long coastline, the longest among Indian states. Backed by world-class infrastructure, advanced technology, sustainable development practices, and investor-friendly policies, the initiative is expected to create a globally competitive maritime ecosystem.
Aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a self-reliant India, the policy is in sync with the Government of India’s Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS)-2025, Maritime Vision 2047, and the broader Atmanirbhar Bharat mission.
The policy sets several ambitious targets, including:
- Expanding Gujarat’s shipbuilding production capacity to over 5 million Deadweight Tonnage (DWT).
- Establishing two integrated mega shipbuilding parks in the state.
- Providing skill development and capacity-building training to more than 500,000 people, creating a strong workforce for the maritime sector.
Speaking at the launch, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said the policy builds on Gujarat’s well-developed port infrastructure, robust industrial ecosystem, and rich maritime heritage. He expressed confidence that the initiative would enable the state to play a pivotal role in realizing the vision of Viksit Gujarat 2047 while contributing significantly to India’s emergence as a global shipbuilding powerhouse.
The Gujarat Shipbuilding and Repair Policy-2026 is expected to attract substantial investments, boost industrial growth, generate large-scale employment, and enhance the state’s position as a competitive destination for shipbuilding and repair on the global stage.
