Himachal CM Urges Centre to Fast-Track Civil Aviation Projects

Fast Summary

• Himachal pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has called for expedited execution of projects related to the state’s civil aviation sector.
• In a letter to Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, Mr.Sukhu requested “Special Central Assistance” for expanding Kangra Airport.
• He urged review of the techno-economic feasibility report by the Airports Authority of India (AAI), stating that cost estimates were on the higher side.
• Calls were made to equip Kangra Airport with night landing facilities due to its status as the busiest airport in Himachal Pradesh.
• The Chief Minister requested a second apron at shimla airport suitable for operations of ATR 42/600 type aircraft, aiming to support increased and multiple flight operations.
• He also sought resumption of daily flight services on the Shimla-Dharamshala-Shimla route by Alliance Air Ltd.

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