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PANAJI
The Expert Appraisal Committee of the Ministry of Environment and Forests which met late last month has decided to reconsider the proposal for terminal capacity enhancement at Berth 5A-6A of Mormugao Port on account of a representation received from the Government of Goa.
South West Port Ltd, a subsidiary of Steel Major JSW Infrastructure has sought the expansion of capacity at berths 5A-6A which it operates through an agreement with Mormugao Port for handling coal and coal products, iron ore and limestone including unitised and Steel Products at Mormugao Port Trust.
The committee in its 26th meeting held on 14-15 December 2017, on being satisfied with the submissions of the project proponent recommended the project for grant of environmental and CRZ clearance with stipulated specific conditions along with other environmental conditions.
However, on account of representation received from Government of Goa, it was decided in the Ministry to refer the proposal for further reconsideration.
