The Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FKCCI) has expressed concerns over the poor road connectivity between New Mangalore Port and its hinterland.
It has said that New Mangalore Port is the only major port in Karnataka, and the importers and exporters of the State are dependent on this.
Quoting Mr J.R. Bangera, President of FKCCI, a statement said here on Thursday that connectivity to the New Mangalore Port is inaccessible due to the bad road conditions on Shiradi ghat stretch on NH 75.
Suggesting the this stretch of road be strengthened on the lines of Golden Quadrilateral, he said: “This is very essential to develop the hinterland for New Mangalore Port. All national highways have to be made pothole and road hump-free and have to be maintained regularly.”
It is high time that the State Government takes note of the bad condition of the road and takes up strengthening at an early date, he said, adding that this would help boost economic development of the region.