Team Goemkarponn
PANAJI: Imagine Panaji Smart City Development Limited (IPSCDL), in collaboration with the Captain of Ports (COP) and the River Navigation Department (RND), is undertaking the “Widening of Ribandar Ferry Ramp” project and notifies the general public today of a temporary shift of ferry operations for Ribandar-Chorao route to avoid inconveniences and simultaneously expedite works.
This project initiative is designed to introduce advanced Ro-Ro ferry services on the Ribandar-Chorao route, replacing older ferry boats with modern, technologically advanced vessels. The upgraded services aim to enhance commuter convenience and boost waterway transportation.
To accommodate the new Ro-Ro ferries, the existing Ribandar first ferry ramp requires an expansion from its current 9 meters to a total width of 26 meters. This extension involves an additional 17 meters, enabling the efficient operation of the new ferries.
Work on the ramp has commenced and for timely completion and to maintain the highest quality standards, all ferry operations will be temporarily shifted to the secondary Ribandar ramp. Operating ferries in close proximity to the construction site could compromise safety, impede construction progress and affect the quality of the finished ramp. This temporary shift is necessary to ensure smooth execution of the project.
Hence the general public are informed that ferry operations on the Ribandar-Chorao route will be relocated to the secondary Ribandar ramp from January 24, 2025, to February 15, 2025. Commuters are kindly requested to cooperate during this period to facilitate seamless ferry services and timely completion of the project.
“We appreciate the public’s understanding and support as we work to improve Ribandar-Chorao waterway infrastructure,” said an official of IPSCDL.
