2nd Phase of River Information System Launched
The Phase 2 of the River Information System on National Waterway-1 (River Ganga) between Farakka and Patna (410 km) was inaugurated in Prayagraj on February 7, 2019.
River Information System (Farakka -Patna)
- Swift Electronic Data Transfer: The inauguration of 2nd phase of RIS on National Waterway-1 on the 410 km Farakka-Patna stretch, will enhance swift electronic data transfer between mobile vessels and base stations on shore through advance and real-time exchange of information.
- Inland Navigation Safety: It is a form of vessel traffic management using next generation technology. It will help in crises management and enhanced inland navigation safety by preventing ....
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