A proud moment for New Mangalore Port Authority as Chief Guest Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME, Chairperson, New Mangalore Port, Deendayal Port Authority & Indian Ports Association, inaugurated the Annual Awards Nite 2025–26, celebrating the Port's historic achievement of handling over 50 Million Metric Tonnes (MMT) of cargo during FY 2025–26—its highest ever, achieved in the landmark 50th financial year of the Port.

The function was presided over by Mrs S Shanthi, Deputy Chairperson, NMPA, while Padmanabhachar K, IOFS, Chief Vigilance Officer, NMPA, graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour.

The event brought together senior officials of NMPA, representatives from Customs, terminal operators, shipping lines, exporters, importers, trade bodies, stevedores, Customs House Agents (CHAs), and other maritime stakeholders, reflecting the spirit of collaboration that has powered NMPA's remarkable growth.