Sea channel opened for barges to carry ore

He said the industry has contributed a lot in generating jobs for Goans. He said the industry is going through difficult times because of the low down in ore exports.

Goa Barge Owners Association organized a function aboard a boat to officially open the sea channel for barges to carry ore.

The transport of ore from the mines to the Mormugao Port for export will start soon.

After religious ceremonies by a Hindu priest and a Catholic priest, a sriphal was release into the sea.

The function was attended by Minister of Ports Jayesh Salgaocar, Captain of Ports James Braganza and barge owners.