New Mangalore Port Authority welcomed the eighth cruise ship of the season, MS Insignia, on Sunday. The Norwegian cruise liner arrived at the port carrying 509 passengers and 407 crew members. Passengers were given a traditional welcome while disembarking from the ship. Dedicated medical screening and multiple immigration and custom counters facilitated swift disembarkation. Tourists were entertained by various cultural dance programmes including Bharatanatyam. The ship departed for its next destination, Mormugao Port.
After a hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Lakshadweep-Mangaluru passenger vessel service has recommenced operations with the arrival of ‘Parali’, a high-speed craft, at the Old Mangaluru Port. The introduction of the high-speed craft has reduced the travel time to approximately seven hours, bringing hope of reinstating this vital transportation link. Congress functionaries welcomed the passengers as the service resumes, aiming to bring better economic activity to Mangaluru.
India News: MANGALURU: After a hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Lakshadweep-Mangaluru passenger vessel service has recommenced operations with the arrival.
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