Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the Vadhvan Port project in Maharashtra, valued at around ₹76,000 crore, on August 30, 2024. Expected to rank among the world's top 10 ports, it will handle 23.2 million TEUs and provide deep-water access for large container vessels, enhancing India's maritime connectivity. While the project aims to boost trade and create jobs, it has faced controversy due to its impact on local villages in Palghar district.