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Time of India
09-07-2025
- Time of India
Commissioner asks officials to inspect school vehicles
Patna: Commissioner Chandrashekhar Singh on Wednesday directed all district transport officers to regularly inspect school vehicles in their respective areas. He was addressing officers during a meeting held to review progress of the transport department at the divisional level. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Officials were instructed to ensure that school vehicles comply with five fundamental criteria – permit, speed governor, insurance, pollution under control, and fitness. He said that under the School Vehicle Operation Regulation, 2020, every school must have an active Child Transport Committee, and the committee meetings must be organised periodically as per the provisions. District Road Safety Committee (DRSC) meetings, chaired by DM, should also be held in every district as per provisions to review measures related to safe transport of schoolchildren. "It is the collective responsibility of school management, vehicle drivers and attendants, bus operators, parents and guardians, and the administration to ensure the safety of children at all costs," he said. He also instructed officers to ensure 100% recovery of revenue against the targets set by the govt. They were also directed to successfully implement the Mukhyamantri Gram Parivahan Yojana and Mukhyamantri Prakhand Parivahan Yojana. He ordered the officers to dispose of cases related to new vehicle registrations, permits for commercial vehicles, and driver's licences within the stipulated time frame. He also directed regular inspection of overloaded vehicles and imposition of penalties as per provisions. He further instructed officers to conduct regular campaigns to check pollution control certificates.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Delhi-bound flight returns to Patna airportafter bird strike, all passengers safe
1 2 3 Patna: A Delhi-bound flight carrying 175 passengers and crew members had a close call when the plane encountered a bird strike soon after taking off from the Jayprakash Narayan International Airport on Wednesday morning. The IndiGo Airlines aircraft, operating the Patna-Delhi route, experienced turbulence shortly after becoming airborne, necessitating its return to Patna. Confirming the incident, airport director Krishna Mohan Nehra said the flight 6E-5009 from Patna to Delhi reported a bird hit after take-off at 8.42am on Wednesday. "Soon after departure, a message was received by ATC (air traffic control) that the pilot requested to return to Patna due to vibration in one engine of the aircraft. Local standby was declared, and the aircraft landed safely at 9.03am on Runway 07," he said, adding that all the passengers are safe. The director also said that bird remains were found on the runway during inspection. The Airports Authority of India (AAI) officials said the flight has been grounded, and engineers are assessing the extent of the damage to the aircraft. The Delhi-bound flight after being in the air for 20 minutes returned to the Patna airport. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Don't Bother With An Expensive Will (Do This Instead) Local Will Finder Undo It was scheduled to land at Delhi's IGI Airport at 10.15am. Airlines executives said alternative arrangements were made for the affected passengers. "Due to the bird hit, the plane's engine blade was found damaged. The aircraft has been grounded to carry out extensive checks," they said. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has started its inquiry into the incident. As per the data shared by the ATC-Patna, a total of eight bird hit cases have been reported this year. The airport officials claimed that the presence of abattoirs in the Phulwarisharif area, accumulated water, overgrown grass in the vicinity, and insects on grass due to rain are some of the main reasons for attracting the birds in the airport area. The transfer station at Gardanibagh for segregation of waste of New Capital Circle under Patna Municipal Corporation, which is approximately 800 metres away from the airport, is another attraction for birds. Patna divisional commissioner Chandrashekhar Singh, who is also the chairman of the Airport Environment Management Committee (AEMC), told this reporter that open shops selling meat have been removed, and it was verified by the officials as well. "The transfer station will be closed and shifted to Yarpur before Aug 15," he said. "There is still an issue near the railway line on the Phulwarisharif side where waterlogging occurs. In the last meeting, it was decided that the civic body would inspect the drains and redirect them to prevent water from reaching the railway line. A plan has been made to address it. The officials concerned are working on it, and we will review it to ensure it is completed quickly. Other issues have been gradually resolved," Singh said. On July 7, Air India's flight (AI-2634) from Patna to Delhi was delayed by over seven hours after it developed a technical glitch. On Jan 3, IndiGo flight (6E-2074) with 187 passengers, including former minister Sanjay Jha and JD(U) MP Sunil Kumar Pintu, made an emergency landing at Patna.
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Time of India
Muharram: Officials asked to tighten security
Patna: Patna divisional commissioner Chandrashekhar Singh on Thursday directed all district magistrates to ensure that no processions are conducted without proper licences and that routes for Muharram processions on July 6 are thoroughly verified. Speaking at a law and order review meeting alongside inspector general of police (central range) Jitendra Rana, Singh asked the officials to strengthen intelligence networks and take special precautions in sensitive areas. "Strict vigilance must be maintained over anti-social elements. The social media monitoring cell should remain active and any rumours must be promptly refuted," he said. He directed the deployment of quick response teams (QRTs) and striking forces with surveillance to be carried out using CCTV, video cameras and drones where needed. "All magistrates and police officers must receive on-site briefings to manage crowds and law and order. If any situation arises, the concerned DM and officials must immediately reach the spot," he added. He stressed the need for continuous CCTV monitoring during festivals and processions. Singh also raised concerns about noise pollution, saying, "During festivals, DJs often exceed permissible decibel levels." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ce Jeudi, l'alarme Verisure à 199€ HT au lieu de 999€ HT Verisure J'en profite Undo He directed DMs to take necessary action under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita using sound meter apps to monitor volume. Singh instructed officials from urban local bodies, electricity, health, fire, and traffic departments to ensure smooth coordination during Muharram. Local bodies were told to maintain cleanliness, ensure excellent traffic management, and guarantee uninterrupted power supply. In preparation for emergencies, civil surgeons were directed to deploy doctors, paramedical staff, ambulances, and essential medicines.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
‘Patna, Bihta airports to serve together'
1 2 Following heightened aviation safety concerns, Patna divisional commissioner Chandrashekhar Singh speaks to TOI's Sheezan Nezami about runway extension, infrastructure upgrades and long-term plans for Patna and Bihta airports. Excerpts: The recent plane crash in Ahmedabad raised safety concerns across airports in the country. We all know that Patna airport is considered one of the riskiest airports in India, especially due to its short runway. Is there any plan to extend it? If yes, how? Yes, there is a plan to extend the runway. The airport authority has submitted a proposal. On the western side, 200x300 metres of govt land will be made available. This land, although previously leased, is currently unused. The district magistrate is preparing a proposal for its transfer, which will be sent to the state cabinet. Similarly, on the eastern side, 300x500 metres of land is being sought. This can be arranged by reallocating 15 acres from Patna coo. A proposal is being prepared for this as well. The zoo will be compensated with land from the Golf Club, which has around 102 acres. An ideal golf course requires only 50 to 55 acres. Once the airport is extended towards the zoo side (Gate No. 2), an underpass will be constructed to ensure mobility, replacing the existing road. The clock tower at the Old Secretariat has long been considered a major threat to Patna airport. Will any concrete steps be taken? The clock tower falls directly within the funnel zone, making the already short runway even less usable. While 9,000 feet is the international standard, Patna's runway is only 6,800 feet and a further 400 feet cannot be used due to the tower's obstruction. Landings at Patna occur at an angle of 3.15 to 3.50 degrees instead of the standard 3 degrees, causing aircraft to jolt upon landing. Reducing the tower's height would resolve these issues. The airport authority has proposed a height reduction of 17.5 metres and a formal proposal will be sent to the cabinet. The clock tower now serves only an aesthetic purpose from the British era, much like other old clock towers in various cities. Apart from the clock tower, birds are said to pose a threat to Patna airport, especially due to the secondary garbage point in Gardanibagh, which attracts them. A site in Yarpur has been sanctioned for relocating this garbage point and Patna Municipal Corporation is working towards this. By Aug 15, the Gardanibagh area will be cleared and may be repurposed by PMC as a yard. Meat and fish shops along the lane from Chitkohra to Anisabad, also seen as risks, have already been shifted. The waterlogging on the airport's southern side near the railway line also draws birds. A major drainage project has been proposed there to address this. What about the dense population surrounding the airport? Do buildings comply with regulations? Has there been a height survey? Also, what about encroachments in the vicinity? Yes, a joint survey is carried out by the airport authority and the municipal corporation to monitor building heights, particularly within the funnel area. During construction approval, the corporation checks height compliance, and any violations are acted upon. As for encroachments, we have already removed those at Kaushal Nagar. Bihta airport is expected to serve as an alternative to Patna airport, yet progress seems slow. When can we expect it to be fully operational? Work has commenced and the project is expected to be completed by 2027. Will Patna airport shut down once Bihta airport becomes operational? No, both airports will function simultaneously. In fact, air traffic demand is projected to grow significantly and both airports will be required to meet that future demand.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
City airport runway likely to be extended at both ends
1 2 Patna: Plans are afoot to extend the runway at Patna's Jayprakash Narayan International Airport at both ends to resolve longstanding operational challenges and bring the facility up to international standards. The district administration is examining the feasibility of extending the airstrip eastwards towards Patna zoo and westwards towards the railway line. Patna divisional commissioner Chandrashekhar Singh, who chaired a meeting of the Airport Environment Management Committee on Monday, said, "The short runway at Patna airport poses landing difficulties. The runway length needs to be increased to meet international standards." He added that a 200-metre extension with a 300-metre width towards Phulwarisharif is being considered as there is vacant govt land in that direction which had been leased to a company. "Besides, a 500-metre extension towards Patna coo is possible if we get around 15 acres of land to the east side. The district administration can provide an additional 15 acres to the zoo from the west, which belongs to Patna Golf Club, a govt property spread over 102 acres," Singh said. He added that the eastern expansion would require converting the existing 700-metre road running from Patna zoo Gate 2 to IAS Bhawan into an underground passage. The Patna district magistrate will submit a proposal to the cabinet secretariat department, incorporating all considerations. Highlighting another obstacle, Patna airport director Krishna Mohan Nehra said the height of the Old Secretariat's clock tower was a major concern. "Currently, the tower is 49.5 metres tall and affects the use of 134 metres of the runway. Due to this, the standard landing angle of three degrees cannot be maintained and aircraft are forced to land at steeper angles of 3.25 to 3.5 degrees," he said. Reducing the tower's height by 17.5 metres would allow for standard landings and optimal runway usage. Singh said the Patna DM would obtain a formal proposal from airport authorities regarding the height reduction and submit it to the cabinet secretariat department for a govt decision. To enhance airside safety, Singh directed Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) officials to ensure proper waste disposal near the airport. PMC informed the committee that the secondary waste collection point at Gardanibagh would be shifted to Yarpur as the new facility is expected to be operational by Aug 15. The commissioner also stressed the need for continuous monitoring and legal action against open meat and fish shops, citing their threat to both aircraft and public health. "Reducing bird attraction sources near Patna airport is essential to avoid bird hit incidents," he said. The airport director added that shops in Phulwarisharif have been removed for safety reasons and campaigns are on to regulate meat shops, manage waste and prune trees regularly. Singh asked the forest officials to remove obstacles and trim trees as per the Obstacle Limitation Survey under the Aircraft Act, 1934. He also directed the installation of CAT-I lights, commissioning of the DVOR system and regular removal of stray dogs from airport premises. The meeting was attended by the Patna DM Thiyagarajan SM, traffic SP Aparajit Lohan and officials from PMC, forest division, Patna zoo, Patna airport and the Danapur railway division.
