In light of recent developments, the NSDCA issued this directive to clarify and reaffirm the continuation of Lo-Lo (Lift-on/Lift-off) charge collections by empty depots at Nhava Sheva. This long-standing practice is critical for safeguarding the operational sustainability of depot operators and ensuring the livelihoods of thousands of individuals, including skilled labourers, Project-Affected People (PAP), administrative staff, equipment handlers, and landowners.

Recent SOPs and trade notices issued have disproportionately favoured other stakeholders in the supply chain, often burdening depot operators with systemic challenges that lie beyond their control. These measures have only . . .