Question: Which of the following is considered to be the first port in Odisha?
A Paradip Port
B Vizag Port
C Haldia Port
D Kolkata Port
Answer: Paradip Port
| Port | Location | Year of Establishment | Description |
| Paradip Port | Paradip, Odisha, India | 1966 | · The first major port in Odisha. · Located on the Bay of Bengal. · Handles a wide range of cargo, including containers and petroleum products. |
| Haldia Port
|
Haldia, India
|
1977
|
· Located on the Haldia River, an offshoot of the Hooghly River.
· Major trade gateway for eastern India, serving as an essential link in the region’s logistics. · Specialized terminals for dry bulk, liquid bulk, and container cargo. |
| Vizag Port
|
Andhra Pradesh, India
|
1933
|
· One of the largest and busiest ports on the east coast of India.
· Features dedicated terminals for containers, iron ore, and crude oil. |
| Kolkata Port
|
Kolkata, India
|
1870
|
· The oldest operating major port in India, with a rich maritime heritage.
· Important for trade and handling various commodities. |