Tamil Nadu is setting up duty-free retail shops at Nagapattinam International Port following an increase in ferry traffic between India and Sri Lanka. According to reports, the government’s plan is aimed at bringing the port in line with international maritime and aviation hubs that offer duty-free shopping to eligible travelers. The outlets are expected to sell specified categories of goods to international passengers, with customs duties and certain taxes exempted for those who qualify. The initiative is described as a proposed measure tied to the growth in cross-border travel by ferry, as more passengers use the port for routes to and from Sri Lanka. While details such as the final rollout timeline, the full list of eligible products, and the specific eligibility rules for travelers were not fully specified in the sources provided, both outlets describe the same core approach: duty-free retail space at the port designed for international travelers, with exemptions from applicable duties and taxes on approved items.