🇮🇳 Uttar Kannada, India

Uttar Kannada, located in the Indian state of Karnataka, has a population of around 1.4 million people. It is known for its natural beauty, with lush forests, rivers, and waterfalls. For seafarers, the city is not directly on the coast but has a port in the nearby town of Karwar, which serves as a naval base and has potential for shipping and trade. However, there are no notable shipyards or factories producing ship parts in Uttar Kannada.