The outbreak of Covid-19 has not proved to be a deterrent for operations of Gopalpur port off the coast of southern Odisha.
Gopalpur Ports Ltd (GPL) authorities are running cargo operations as usual. The port comes under the purview of Essential Commodities Act.
The port has taken all precautionary measures to prevent the spread of Covid-19. It is strictly following the norms and directives received from the Directorate General of Shipping and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of Government of India, while dealing with incoming vessels port is complying with standard operating procedures (SOP) issued by Ministry of Shipping

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