MRO Facility Odisha: Odisha Unveils First MRO Facility to Boost Aviation InfrastructureETInfra
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The Odisha government has completed all formalities for setting up the state's first Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Bhubaneswar, according to an official statement. The project is seen as a step towards creating an aviation-linked economic network.As per PTI, the initiative is part of the state's New Destination Policy, overseen by the commerce and transport department. The policy aims to improve regional and international air connectivity through structured incentives, route support, and facilitation for airlines."Within a short span, the policy has significantly enhanced Odisha's aviation footprint both globally and domestically. A total of 13 new international and domestic flight services have been operationalised under the New Destination Policy, opening new corridors for trade, tourism, and regional integration," the official said.International services from Bhubaneswar to Dubai and Abu Dhabi have commenced, helping to connect the state to overseas markets and diaspora communities.Domestically, new routes such as Jharsuguda–Mumbai, Jharsuguda–Hyderabad, Bhubaneswar–Goa, Bhubaneswar–Dehradun, and Bhubaneswar–Port Blair have been launched. These are expected to improve access to tribal areas, industrial centres, and tourist sites.The state has also operationalised airstrips at Jeypore, Rourkela, Utkela, and Rangeilunda under the central UDAN scheme to support regional air travel.In a parallel development, the proposed Puri airport project has reached a key stage with the introduction of the Interactive Colour Coded Zoning Map (CCZM) on the NOCAS 2.0 platform. The tool allows for online height clearance applications, linking aviation planning with urban growth, infrastructure development, and environmental rules.The government is also in the process of drafting a dedicated drone policy and expediting land allocation for airport infrastructure. These measures aim to support the development of a forward-looking aviation framework, the release stated.
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