Current Affairs - Places - Discussion

Jawahar Dweep Marine Oil Terminal at Mumbai Port Authority became India’s first plastic-free oil terminal during Swachhata Abhiyan 2026 on October 2, 2026. Located at Mumbai Port in Maharashtra, Jawahar Dweep is a major marine oil terminal handling crude oil and petroleum products. It has five jetties, JD1 to JD5, with JD5 measuring 470 metres and designed to handle large crude-oil carriers. Mumbai Port Authority has taken several measures to reduce single-use plastic, including a ban on various plastic items since September 2021. The initiative highlights the port’s commitment to sustainability, cleanliness, and improved waste management.