Lothal Dock hub of Maritime Trade, Transport Economics Commercial Institutions & Multimodal Transport Integration in the Indus Vally Civilization

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Dr. Prakritik Mishra

The National Maritime Heritage Complex can powerfully convey the story of Lothal Dock as a brilliant example of multimodal transport integration, showcasing the advanced capabilities of the Indus Valley Civilization to a global audience


Lothal functioned as a thriving port city and a key economic hub of the Indus Valley Civilization, showcasing remarkable urban planning, engineering prowess, and extensive trade networks that connected it to both inland regions and far-flung ancient civilizations with multimodal maritime connectivity


Lothal's dock was not merely a place for ships; it was the central node where maritime voyages converged with inland river networks and overland routes, forming a seamless, efficient system for trade and commerce. This integration allowed Lothal to serve as the gateway for goods flowing into and out of the vast Indus Valley Civilization.

Lothal Dock hub of Maritime Trade, Transport Economics Commercial Institutions & Multimodal Transport Integration in the Indus Vally Civilization. (2026). International Journal of Latest Technology in Engineering Management & Applied Science, 15(3), 339-347. https://doi.org/10.51583/IJLTEMAS.2026.150300027

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Lothal Dock hub of Maritime Trade, Transport Economics Commercial Institutions & Multimodal Transport Integration in the Indus Vally Civilization. (2026). International Journal of Latest Technology in Engineering Management & Applied Science, 15(3), 339-347. https://doi.org/10.51583/IJLTEMAS.2026.150300027