National Waterway 4 (NW-4) is a crucial water transport route in India.
It primarily consists of the Godavari and Krishna rivers.
The waterway is further extended by the Kakinada Puducherry Canal (KPC) system and the Commamur Canal.
NW-4 connects the states of Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry (a Union Territory).
The total length of NW-4 is approximately 1078 kilometers.
It is one of the longest National Waterways in India, designated by the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI).
The development of NW-4 aims to promote cheaper and eco-friendly transportation of goods and passengers.
Key stretches include the Buckingham Canal, which runs parallel to the Coromandel Coast.
The project involves significant infrastructure development, including the construction of locks, barrages, and terminals.
This waterway is intended to enhance connectivity between the eastern coastal regions and facilitate industrial and economic growth.
