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United News of India
25-04-2025
- Business
- United News of India
CM Fadnavis okays expansion of Shirdi Airport, directs plan for Amravati Airport runway expansion
Mumbai, Apr 25 (UNI) In the backdrop of the upcoming Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday approved the expansion of Shirdi Airport with construction of two helipads and eight parking lots and its modernisation. He also asked for a plan to be submitted for the expansion of the runway at Amravati Airport. This was decided during a meeting of the Chief Minister with the Maharashtra Airports Authority. The 91st meeting of the Board of Directors of Maharashtra Airport Authority was held in the auditorium of Sahyadri Guest House. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was present on this occasion. Swati Pandey, Vice President and Managing Director of the Authority, gave information through a presentation. Since the industrial network in Amaravati is expanding to a large extent, it is necessary to expand the runway of this place. A plan should be prepared to generate revenue from this airport, said Fadnavis. The Chief Minister mentioned on this occasion that, the work on the cargo terminal of the airport in Shirdi is going on at a fast pace. Since Shirdi airport is close to Nashik, Shirdi airport will be convenient for devotees coming by air during the Nashik Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela. Considering the possible congestion at that time and considering the capacity of the airport in Nashik, the proposal for expansion of Shirdi airport was approved on this occasion. This includes eight parking lots, two helipads and updating of the terminal. This will benefit the aircraft and helicopter services coming during the Kumbh Mela. Latur district is undergoing major development and expansion in all areas. Therefore, Latur airport will be important. For this, this airport should be developed. This airport will also benefit Beed and Dharashiv districts along with Latur. Chief Minister Fadnavis also directed to start the work of an airport at Karad at the earliest and create a night landing facility there. The runway at the airport at Chandrapur should be extended to create a facility where chartered aircraft can land. He also instructed to consider two to three alternative sites for the airport at Gadchiroli. The work of the airports at Ratnagiri, Akola, Kolhapur, Nanded, Dhule was also reviewed on this occasion. It was informed that currently, air services are operating on 16 routes in the state under the Regional Connectivity Scheme and eight proposals from the state have been sent to the Centre under the flight scheme, added Fadnavis. UNI VKB RN
Time of India
25-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
CM's airport infra push: Runway expansion at Amravati, upgradation at Shirdi
Nagpur: Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday directed officials to prepare a detailed expansion plan for the runway at Amravati Airport , citing the region's increasing industrial activity and potential for revenue generation. The directive was issued during the 91st meeting of the Maharashtra Airport Development Company (MADC) held in Mumbai. The CM emphasised the need to extend the existing 1,850m runway to 3,000m for accommodating larger aircraft and enhancing air connectivity. This move follows the recent inauguration of Amravati Airport's first commercial flight under the 'Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik' (Udan) scheme, which marked the city's entry into India's aviation map. In addition to the runway expansion, Fadnavis highlighted the establishment of Air India's pilot training institute at Amravati, which is poised to become the largest in South Asia. This development is expected to boost the local economy and create employment opportunities in the aviation sector. For Chandrapur Airport, Fadnavis suggested extending the runway to allow for chartered aircraft operations. He also directed officials to look for two to three alternate locations for setting up an airstrip in Gadchiroli. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Intel Laptops + 1:1 Support for Your Team Lenovo Pro Benefits Learn More Undo With Nashik and Trimbakeshwar set to host Kumbh Mela in 2027, the CM approved infrastructure upgrades at Shirdi Airport, including the construction of two helipads and eight vehicle parking bays. Given Shirdi Airport's proximity to Nashik, these enhancements aim to facilitate the influx of pilgrims and ease transit during the religious event. Fadnavis also underscored the importance of accelerating development work at Latur Airport to support its rising significance in the Marathwada region. The upgraded facility is expected to serve neighbouring districts such as Beed and Dharashiv. Additionally, he called for the speedy execution of work at Karad Airport, including provisions for night landing. The meeting also reviewed the progress of airport works in Ratnagiri, Akola, Kolhapur, Nanded, and Dhule. Officials said that 16 regional air routes are currently operational under the Udan scheme , with eight more proposals submitted to govt. Senior officials from the finance, transport, and industry departments, including additional chief secretaries OP Gupta and Sanjay Sethi, and MIDC CEO P Velrasu, were present during the meeting.
