KARNATAKA STATE SESSION
Karnataka, with its rich coastline and dynamic maritime potential, stands at the forefront of India’s Blue Economy vision. This Karnataka State Session at IMW 2025 delves into how Public–Private Partnerships can catalyse sustainable growth across ports, fisheries, coastal infrastructure, and marine innovation. It will highlight collaborative pathways that blend policy, technology, and community engagement to unlock responsible investment and long-term value creation. By fostering synergy between government, industry, and research institutions, the discussion aims to chart a forward-looking roadmap for Karnataka where economic prosperity and ocean stewardship progress hand in hand.
- 28th Oct | 10:30 AM ~ 01:00 PM
Opening & Welcome
| Start Time | End Time | Duration | Session / Agenda |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 hrs | 10:40 hrs | 10 minutes | Welcome Address & Context Setting Chief Executive Officer, Karnataka Maritime Board |
| 10:40 hrs | 10:55 hrs | 15 minutes | Felicitation of Session Chair and Dignitaries present on the Stage |
Special Addresses
| Start Time | End Time | Duration | Session / Agenda |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:55 hrs | 11:10 hrs | 15 minutes | Special Address by Session Chair Hon'ble Minister for Fisheries, Ports and Inland Water Transport, Government of Karnataka |
| 11:10 hrs | 11:25 hrs | 15 minutes | Special Address by Secretary, IDP&IWT Department Secretary to Government, Infrastructure Development, Ports and Inland Water Transport Department, Government of Karnataka |
Promotional Segment
| Start Time | End Time | Duration | Session / Agenda |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11:25 hrs | 11:30 hrs | 5 minutes | Promotional Video Karnataka Maritime Board |
Seminar Session: Exploring PPP Synergies for a Sustainable Blue Economy
| Start Time | End Time | Duration | Session / Agenda |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11:30 hrs | 12:30 hrs | 60 minutes | Seminar Session: Exploring PPP Synergies for a Sustainable Blue Economy Panelists: • Shri. Dr. A. V. Ramana – Chairman, New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA) • Shri. Balachandra H.C, IFS – CEO, Karnataka Maritime Board • Shri. Sunil Gupta (IRTS) – Director (Operations and Commercial), Konkan Railway Corporation Limited • Shri. Dinesh Kumar Kaller – Director, Department of Fisheries, Government of Karnataka • Dr. (Capt.) Inderveer Solanki – Project Director, National Inland Navigation Institute (NINI) • Shri. Devki Nandan Sharma – Whole Time Director, JSW Infrastructure Ltd. • Shri. Sujal Shah – CEO, Adani Ports and SEZ, Mundra and Tuna Ports Moderator: Shri. Vasu Deva, Deputy CEO, Black Brix |
Q&A and Concluding Session
| Start Time | End Time | Duration | Session / Agenda |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:30 hrs | 12:45 hrs | 15 minutes | Q & A Session |
| 12:45 hrs | 13:00 hrs | 15 minutes | Concluding Remarks & Vote of Thanks Director, Ports and Member (Maritime & IWT Operations), Karnataka Maritime Board |
SPOC Details:
Speakers
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Smt. Dr. Manjula N, IAS
Secretary to Government, Infrastructure Development, Ports and Inland Water Transport Department, Government of Karnataka
Shri. Dr. A. V. Ramana
Chairman, New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA)
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Shri. Balachandra H.C, IFS
CEO, Karnataka Maritime Board
Shri. Sunil Gupta (IRTS)
Director (Operations and Commercial), Konkan Railway Corporation Limited
Shri. Dinesh Kumar Kaller
Director, Department of Fisheries, Government of Karnataka
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Dr. (Capt.) Inderveer Solanki
Project Director, National Inland Navigation Institute (NINI), Patna
Shri. Devki Nandan Sharma
Whole Time Director, JSW Infrastructure Ltd.
Shri. Sujal Shah
CEO, Adani Ports and SEZ, Mundra and Tuna Ports
Shri. Vasu Deva
Deputy CEO, Black Brix (Moderator)
Shri. Mankal S. Vaidya (Guest of Honor)
Hon’ble Minister of Fisheries, Ports and Inland Water Transport, Government of Karnataka
