Operation HimSetu The to Indian Army has initiated Operation HimSetu evacuate and rescue more than 1,400 stranded tourists and local residents in North Sikkim. The situation was caused by severe landslides along with the collapse of a newly constructed bridge near Lachen, which severely affected regional connectivity. Current Facts Sagarmala 2.0 The Sagarmala Programme was launched in March 2015. Sagarmala 2.0 is built upon the foundation of previous achievements. For a comprehensive maritime development strategy, it has been integrated with the 'Maritime India Vision (MIV) 2030' and the 'Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047'. Its objective is to position India as a global maritime hub through modernized ports and enhanced maritime infrastructure. The program focuses on port-led industrialization, connectivity to coastal and hinterland regions, inland waterways, and coastal shipping services. The Sagarmala Programme is based on five key pillars Port Modernization (Capacity Enhancement) Port Connectivity (Road, Rail, and Waterway Linkages) Port-led Industrialization (Coastal Economic Zones) Coastal Community Development (Livelihood Enhancement) Coastal Shipping and Inland Waterways (Logistics Development)
