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New Greenfield Airports
AAI's draft plan indicates 70 airstrips could be developed into airports capable of handling narrow-body aircraft such as the A320 or B737, while 40 airstrips could be upgraded for smaller aircraft
The Donyi Polo airport in Itanagar is likely to start operations soon even during the night with the granting of an all-weather licence by the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has announced about the all-weather licence, unlocking the possibility for night landings. "So happy to share a significant milestone for Arunachal Pradesh! Donyi Polo Airport has been granted an all-weather licence, unlocking the possibility for night landings," Khandu wrote on X and posted the letter issued by the DGCA on the microblogging platform. The chief minister said the development marks a giant leap towards ensuring seamless air connectivity to the northeastern state and also opens new avenues for growth. The Donyi Polo airport in Itanagar, the first greenfield airport in Arunachal Pradesh, was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in November 2022. The name of the airport reflects the traditions and rich cultural heritage of Arunachal ..
Centre has approved 21 Greenfield Airports across the country out of which 11 are already operational
The responsibility to implement these projects, including funding, lies with the airport developers
The government of India has accorded an 'In-principle approval' for the setting up of 21 Greenfield Airports across the country
The Central government has accorded 'in-principal' approval for the setting up of 21 greenfield airports across the country, said Minister of State in the Ministry of Civil Aviation Gen VK Singh
Earlier, on October 30, the company informed the exchanges that NHAI has fixed October 24 as the appointment date for its wholly-owned subsidiary for construction of a highway under Bharatmala
Responding to a query whether shortage of skill was affecting the aviation sector, Raju said there is a problem and mismatch of skill.