Which of the following is an example of a Western coast port?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Kandla Port.
· Kandla Port, also known as Deendayal Port, is one of the major ports on the western coast of India, located in the Kutch district of Gujarat.
· It is one of the busiest ports in India and plays a crucial role in handling exports and imports, particularly for northern and western India.
· It primarily handles petroleum products, textiles, and grains and serves as a significant gateway for international trade.
Information about other options:
· Vishakhapatnam Port: Located on the eastern coast of India, in Andhra Pradesh, it is one of the largest ports in terms of cargo handled.
· Haldia Port: Situated in West Bengal, this is a major riverine port on the eastern coast, primarily handling petroleum and other cargo.
· Tuticorin Port: Also known as V.O. Chidambaranar Port, it is located on the southeastern coast of Tamil Nadu, playing a key role in trade with Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia.
Information Booster:
Western Coast Ports of India:

• India's western coast major ports are Deendayal (Kandla), Mumbai, JNPT, Vadhavan*, Mormugao, New Mangalore, and Cochin.

Eastern Coast Ports of India:

• Ports on India’s eastern coast, include Tuticorin, Ennore, Chennai, Haldia, Kolkata, Paradip, Visakhapatnam, and Port Blair.