Given the potential for port sector demand in Tamil Nadu and other adjoining states, it is widely felt that there is a considerable scope for increasing capacities and improving the quality of services in the sector through increased private sector participation. CII initiated a study to assess the overall port sector development scenario in the state and identify avenues for improvement in line with the expectations of various stakeholders. In order to understand the ground realities with regard to the Port sector in Tamil Nadu region so as to identify the key issues and constraints, a number of stakeholder consultations were undertaken.