New Mangalore Port Authority Chairman A.V. Ramana inaugurated the continuous ambient air quality monitoring station in the port premises on the occasion of Independence Day on Friday, August 15, in Mangaluru.
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The chairman of New Mangalore Port Authority A.V. Ramana inaugurated newly installed Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Station (CAAQMS) inside the port area during the Independence Day on Friday.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Ramana said cargo handling at NMPA grew from 36 million tonnes (MT) in 2019 to 46.01 MT in 2024-25. Key recent initiatives include the completion of major infrastructure works, technological upgrades such as a 360° radar scanning system and faceless entry, and the establishment of a state-of-the-art multi-speciality hospital under the public-private partnership model. He also announced enhanced welfare measures for employees and retirees, including equalising certain benefits, a pension portal, and a forthcoming mobile medical app.
On the occasion, Mr. Ramana handed over the sanction order for providing a patrol vehicle and computer systems to the Panambur Police Station to enhance their operational capabilities.
The celebrations began with the garlanding of the statues of Mahatma Gandhi, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and Ullal Srinivasa Mallya.
Later, he inspected the ceremonial parade contingent comprising CISF personnel, NMPA Fire Service personnel, students from NMPT English Medium High School, Kendriya Vidyalaya no. 1, and private security personnel.
Published – August 15, 2025 08:59 pm IST
