In a landmark move for environmental sustainability, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways in India, Sarbananda Sonowal, has unveiled the 'HaritSagar' Green Port Guidelines during a Lok Sabha session. These guidelines are aimed at reducing carbon intensity and fostering an eco-friendly ecosystem in major ports across the country. The guidelines emphasize the importance of periodic monitoring by the State Pollution Control Board to ensure stringent checks on air and water quality at the ports. By adhering to the MARPOL convention, Indian ports align themselves with international environmental standards. Ships using cleaner fuels or equipped with shore power facilities will receive preferential berthing and fee reductions, incentivizing sustainability. Private craft operators employing green fuels like Methanol, Ethanol, and Hydrogen Fuel Cells will also receive rewards. Additionally, truck operators using alternative energies such as CNG, LNG, or electric fleets will benefit from incentives. The guidelines further encourage existing port concessionaires to adopt eco-friendly designs and practices. Ports like Vishakhapatnam have already taken proactive measures to reduce pollution through initiatives like solar power generation and sewage treatment plants. The 'HaritSagar' Green Port Guidelines mark a significant step towards creating a greener and more sustainable maritime industry in India.