🇮🇳 Basanti, India

Basanti is a small town located in the South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, India. It has a population of approximately 15,000 people. Being situated near the Sundarbans, the largest mangrove forest in the world, Basanti offers a unique experience for seafarers and nature enthusiasts. While the town does not have any major ports, shipyards, or factories producing ship parts, it serves as a gateway to the Sundarbans, making it a potential base for exploration and eco-tourism activities.