V.O. Chidambaranar Port
Also called: Tuticorin Port · Topic: India's International Trade and Tourism · NCERT: Class 10, Ch 7 "Lifelines of National Economy"; Class 12, Ch 8 "International Trade"
Meaning
V.O. Chidambaranar Port, also called Tuticorin Port, is a major port in southern Tamil Nadu. It is a natural harbour (sheltered by the shape of the coast, not by man-made walls) with a rich hinterland (the land area a port serves). It handles coal, salt, foodgrains, edible oils, sugar, chemicals and petroleum products. It is also designated as a green hydrogen hub (verify current).
Example
The port lies at Thoothukudi, near the Gulf of Mannar, in the far south-east of India. It trades with nearby Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
Don't confuse with
- Kamarajar Port (Ennore): the port 25 km north of Chennai that was built to relieve Chennai Port.