| What is the main function of the RFID PACS SMPK android application? | to provide comprehensive digital solution for managing port access through RFID Port access control system (PACS) | / SMPK launched RFID android mobile application (RFID PACS SMPK) for Port Access Control System | PLAY STORE | HOME PAGE | USER LOGIN LJ ‘ . = An android application named “RFID PACS SMPK° ts designed to provide comprehensive digital solution for managing port access through RFID Port access control system (PACS). This android version launched on 17" February, 2025 on Google play store app. The mobile app covers the personal registration, vehicle registration, complete spectrum of RFID pass, request submission/renewal and digital payment by external stakeholders. | 201 | definition | 1.000 | https://www.shipmin.gov.in/sites/default/files/Administrative%20Report%20English%202024-25.pdf.pdf | = An android application named “RFID PACS SMPK° ts designed to provide comprehensive digital solution for managing port access through RFID Port access control system (PACS). | 15 | page=15,ocr=0 | 0.700 | valid |
| What is the name of the container vessel service linking HDC with Jebel Ali Port? | Bengal Middle East Express (BMEx) | ¥ Launch of “Bengal Middle East Express (BMEx)” by SMPK F/ . j Pi By, +4 ie Z f é a fs) dae SMPK announced the launch of “Bengal Middle Hast Express (BMEx)”, a new container vessel service connecting HDC with the Jebel Ali Port, UAE. This service, initiated by Ocean Salute Line of Singapore in partnership with MBK Logistix Pvt Ltd will enhance connectivity for the Port. The inaugural vessel Yong | 13 | definition | 1.000 | https://www.shipmin.gov.in/sites/default/files/Administrative%20Report%20English%202024-25.pdf.pdf | ¥ Launch of “Bengal Middle East Express (BMEx)” by SMPK F/ . | 5 | page=5,ocr=10 | 0.700 | valid |
| What is the name of the ship repair unit established at NS Dry Docks under Cochin Shipyard Ltd? | ‘CSL-Kolkata Ship Repair Unit (CKSRU)’ | M SMPK has opted for commercial utilization of the above dry docks. e An agreement was inked on 983.2019 with Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL), India’s largest shipbuilding and maintenance company, for upgradation, operation and management of the ship repair facility at the 2 Dry Docks & Berth No. 6 NSD. Accordingly, 2 NS Dry Docks were handed over to CSL and ship repair started at NS Dry Docks w.e.f. 29.9.2019 under the banner of ‘CSL-Kolkata Ship Repair Unit (CKSRU)’. In 2024-25, 6 ships were dry docked at the CSL operated dry docks with corresponding 270 occupancy days. e Following Concession Agreement inked between GRSE and SMPK on 07.10.2021, 3 KP Dry Docks were handed over to GRSE in December 2021.GRSE-KPDD Unit was inaugurated on 01.12.2021 to usher in a dynamic partnership of new business opportunities in ship repair and refit between GRSE and SMPK. | 428 | definition | 1.000 | https://www.shipmin.gov.in/sites/default/files/Administrative%20Report%20English%202024-25.pdf.pdf | 29.9.2019 under the banner of ‘CSL-Kolkata Ship Repair Unit (CKSRU)’. | 29 | page=29,ocr=0 |
| What type of vessels are MTT LABUAN and MTT Limbang specifically designed to be? | flat bottom vessels specially built to carry higher cargo at low drafts | Y Introduction of Flat Bottom Calcutta Max Vessels a c& ; as i Meese oY AS Two container vessels MTT LABUAN, and MTT Limbang handled 1717 T1:Us (carher in July, 2024) and 1153 TEUs (in August, 2024) respectively. Both MTT LABUAN and MIT Limbang are flat bottom vessels specially built to carry higher cargo at low drafts tailor-made for KDS ¥ Highest number of moves in a shift with one RMQC at HDC, SMPK = SINGAPORE 9S m4 ats an, “ i tc . oe ShSeea aad A i i —_s A ut! JAD intisy BAY M.V. FSL SINGAPORE handled 240 boxes (267 TEUs) with one RMQC in the day shift of 25.06.2024 at HDC, SMPK. This is the highest number of moves handled in a shift with one RMQC. | 249 | definition | 1.000 | https://www.shipmin.gov.in/sites/default/files/Administrative%20Report%20English%202024-25.pdf.pdf | Both MTT LABUAN and MIT Limbang are flat bottom vessels specially built to carry higher cargo at low drafts tailor-made for KDS ¥ Highest number of moves in a shift with one RMQC at HDC, SMPK = SINGAPORE 9S m4 ats an, “ i tc . | 5 | page=5,ocr=0 | 0.700 |
| What was the purpose of the Bascule Bridge installed in 1965? | to facilitate smooth passage for both public transport and cargo traffic of SMPK and the surrounding industrial belt. | e Renovation of Bascule Bridge The Bascule Bridge, installed in 1965, was constructed to facilitate smooth passage for both public transport and cargo traffic of SMPK and the surrounding industrial belt. It serves as a critical cargo evacuation route for port traffic, particularly for NSD and the western side of KPD, as well as various industries and warchouses in the Garden Reach Metiabruz region. The bridge also functions as a vital lifeline for public transport connecting the vast areas of Garden Reach Metiabruy and the main city of Kolkata. Since its installation in 1965, the bridge has not undergone any major repalrs. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between SMPK and RVNL on 04.06.2024 to undertake the repair work on a deposit basis. RVNI. has already invited open tenders in March 2025. | 86 | definition | 1.000 | https://www.shipmin.gov.in/sites/default/files/Administrative%20Report%20English%202024-25.pdf.pdf | e Renovation of Bascule Bridge The Bascule Bridge, installed in 1965, was constructed to facilitate smooth passage for both public transport and cargo traffic of SMPK and the surrounding industrial belt. It serves as a critical cargo evacuation route for port traffic, particularly for NSD and the western side of KPD, as well as various industries and warchouses in the Garden Reach Metiabruz region. |
| Which act covers the dock workers at Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata? | Dock Workers’ (Safety, Health & Welfare) Act, 1986 | 74 Safety, Health & Welfare of the workers ‘The dock workers in Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata are covered by the Dock Workers’ (Safety, Health & Welfare) Act, 1986 and the Regulations framed thereunder, On the other hand, the workers in workshops are covered by the Factories Act, 1948. All the provisions relating to Safety, Health and Welfare of the employces of the Port are strictly followed. | 120 | definition | 1.000 | https://www.shipmin.gov.in/sites/default/files/Administrative%20Report%20English%202024-25.pdf.pdf | 74 Safety, Health & Welfare of the workers ‘The dock workers in Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata are covered by the Dock Workers’ (Safety, Health & Welfare) Act, 1986 and the Regulations framed thereunder, On the other hand, the workers in workshops are covered by the Factories Act, 1948. | 72 | page=72,ocr=0 | 0.700 | valid |
| How does the PortSathi app help the trade community? | track shipments, monitor vessel schedules, and manage various aspects of port operations seamlessly | This app provides valuable real-time information to enhance efficiency and streamline operations at the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port (Kolkata Dock System), Key functionalities include: Rake Status, LDB Container Tracking, Vessel Forecast, Berth Status, Cargo Export, Container Export. Container Status, Nepal Trade, Vessel Status and Vehicle Tracking. These features will help trade track shipments, monitor vessel schedules, and manage various aspects of port operations seamlessly. With real-time information, trade is expected to efficiently plan their work and stay informed about all necessary updates. | 382 | relationship | 0.970 | https://www.shipmin.gov.in/sites/default/files/Administrative%20Report%20English%202024-25.pdf.pdf | These features will help trade track shipments, monitor vessel schedules, and manage various aspects of port operations seamlessly. | 14 | page=14,ocr=0 | 0.700 | valid |
| How will solar energy be consumed for the power plant at Khidderpore Dock-II? | through open access mode with payment of required amount to CESC | (i) The work of Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of replacement of all outdoor type conventional luminarics with energy efficient 1.1.D luminaires and Web Enabled smart control of 1.:D luminaires at NetajiSubhas Dock was executed by M/s. Schnell Energy Equipment Pvt. Ltd. The total value of the work is: Rs, 4. Crore excluding GST & the work completed on 25.11.2024. (ii) The work of Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement & Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of cumulative 2. MWp roof mounted grid connected solar photo voltaic Power plant at Khidderpore Dock-Il, is under execution by M/s Sundigo Solar Solutions Pvt. Ltd. The total valuc of the work is Rs.14. Crore excluding GST. The work is expected to be completed by December, 2025. For this work, solar energy will be consumed through open access mode with payment of required amount to CESC. | 823 | relationship | 0.970 | https://www.shipmin.gov.in/sites/default/files/Administrative%20Report%20English%202024-25.pdf.pdf | For this work, solar energy will be consumed through open access mode with payment of required amount to CESC. |
| What caused the navigable depth in the Phalta Reach to destabilize during 2020-21? | Natural development of a new channel in the Phalta Reach | Natural development of a new channel in the Phalta Reach destabilized the navigable depth to an alarming level during 2020-21, which warranted exploration of a permanent solution to the aforesaid perennial problem, Based on the stucies of Ilydraulic Study Department in association with NTCPWC, I'T-Madras. it was decided to protect the eroding left bank to prevent further crosion and restore / reclaim eroded bank to the extent possible by adopting suitable measure. Accordingly, it was decided to take up bank protective measure by constructing a series (55 Nos.) of short spurs at left bank at Phalta in Phase-I and nourishment / strengthening of existing spurs along with introduction of additional River ‘Training structures in the nght bank in Phase-lIl, if required, depending on the efficacy of Phase-I works. | 0 | relationship | 0.970 | https://www.shipmin.gov.in/sites/default/files/Administrative%20Report%20English%202024-25.pdf.pdf | Natural development of a new channel in the Phalta Reach destabilized the navigable depth to an alarming level during 2020-21, which warranted exploration of a permanent solution to the aforesaid perennial problem, Based on the stucies of Ilydraulic Study Department in association with NTCPWC, I'T-Madras. |
| What causes draughts at KDS and HDC to vary? | the river bathymetry, in long and short terms | 5.1. Assessment of condition of navigational channel! leading to Kolkata Dock System (KDS) and Haldia Dock Complex (HDC) through River Hooghly is made for following sections. (i) For KDS, governing depths in the channel downstream of Kolkata through thePhalta Reach/Hooghly Point area bars at upper reaches and Silver Tree Crossing / Maragoalla area at lower reaches through eastern flank of the estuary. (ii) For HDC, governing depths in the channel downstream of Haldia through Haldia Jellingham — Eden Channel running through westem flank of the estuary. 5. Draughts at both KDS and HDC vary with the river bathymetry, in long and short terms. | 600 | relationship | 0.970 | https://www.shipmin.gov.in/sites/default/files/Administrative%20Report%20English%202024-25.pdf.pdf | Draughts at both KDS and HDC vary with the river bathymetry, in long and short terms. | 49 | page=49,ocr=2 | 0.700 | valid |