Gandhidham Chamber of Commerce applauds DPA Chairman for immediate resolution of port issues
The Gandhidham Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) recently organised a felicitation ceremony for the newly appointed Chairman of Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Mr Sushil Kumar Singh, and other office bearers. During the program, held under the chairmanship of Mr Mahesh Puj, President of GCCI, representatives from Kandla Port Contractors Association, Kandla Timber, International Container Terminal, Multipurpose Adani Terminal, Port Agent Council, Stevedores, Customs Brokers, Liquid Tank Terminals, Trailer Owners, Kandla-Mundra Container Transporters, around 12 different trade associations and a large number of members were present and actively participated, including honorary representatives of Ship Chandlers, Kandla Port Users and Kutch Small Scale Salt Manufacturers Association.
In the open house forum held following the felicitation ceremony, the business representatives raised several important issues related to the port and shipping business. The Chairman Mr Singh took serious note and assured immediate action.
According to the Chamber’s Secretary, Mr Mahesh Tirthani, the remarkable thing was the presence of all the concerned officials of the Port Authority, Gandhidham Chamber representatives and port users. Also, out of the four important issues raised on the occasion, three were immediately resolved.
Mr Mahesh Tirthani and former President Mr Teja Kangad said in a joint statement: “The willingness, positive attitude and decision-making power shown by the Chairman are truly admirable. His style of work has become a ray of hope for the business community. A speedy resolution will certainly give new momentum and direction to trade and commerce.”
Gandhidham Chamber especially appreciated the efficiency, foresight and patient approach shown by the Chairman. The statement congratulated the Chairman and lauded the entire Port Administration for the business-friendly approach and overall administrative style that has spread a wave of happiness among the business community as well.
The port authorities responded positively to the strategic suggestions presented by Mr Teja Kangad and expressed their gratitude to him for playing a supportive role to the administration, while assuring cooperation in their implementation.
Mr Mahesh Tirthani said in a statement: “Such a sensitive and progressive approach of the Chairman is very promising for the development of trade and industry. His approach will definitely give a new direction to trade development.”
During the port visit, DPA Chairman Mr Sushil Kumar Singh, Chief Engineer Mr V. Ravindra Reddy, Traffic Manager Mr B. Ratnasekhar Rao, Deputy Traffic Manager Mr Sudipto Banerjee, Ex. Engr. Mr Mahesh Makhijani, CISF officer Mr R.V. Shrimali, Former President of Gandhidham Chamber Mr Teja Kangad, Secretary Mr Mahesh Tirthani, Mr Keyur Thakkar and Mr Rishirajsinh Gohil of Customs Brokers Association and Kandla Port Users, and Mr Ramde Karangiya of Kandla International Container Terminal and his team were present, Mr Mahesh Tirthani said in a press release.
Source: Exim News Service: Gandhidham, Oct. 24