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Time of India
2 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
MP's first MRO facility to be set up at Raja Bhoj airport Bhopal by 2026
Bhopal: Come 2026, Bhopal Airport will witness the establishment of the state's first Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facilities in India. The Rs 25 crore project is underway on 1.5 acre land. The airport's central location throughout the country provides ample growth and logistics prospects for the facility. The upcoming MRO facility at Raja Bhoj Airport in Bhopal will significantly enhance aircraft maintenance capabilities in Central India. "This strategic infrastructure development will create numerous employment opportunities for skilled aviation technicians and engineers in the region," said director airport, Ramji Awasthi. The facility will be equipped with modern tools and technology to service various types of commercial aircraft. It will cater to both domestic and international airlines, reducing their dependence on other MRO facilities. The project includes dedicated hangars, workshops, and specialised equipment for comprehensive aircraft maintenance. Bhopal's geographical advantage makes it an ideal location for airlines operating in North, South, East, and West India. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdi peso con Mi Piace Così. Chiedi un preventivo Mi Piace Così Undo "The facility will help reduce aircraft downtime and operational costs for airlines. Local engineering colleges and technical institutes will benefit from practical training opportunities at the MRO centre," Awasthi said. The project aligns with the govt's vision to make India self-reliant in aviation maintenance. The facility will also attract business from neighbouring states, potentially making Bhopal a regional aviation maintenance hub. Environmental considerations have been incorporated into the facility's design, including proper waste management systems and energy-efficient infrastructure. The project will follow international aviation safety standards and regulatory requirements. The MRO facility will boost the local economy through direct and indirect employment generation. Associated services like logistics, hospitality, and transportation will see increased activity. Local businesses will benefit from the increased movement of aviation professionals and crew members. The project's completion will mark a significant milestone in Madhya Pradesh's aviation sector development. It demonstrates the state's commitment to creating world-class infrastructure. The facility will contribute to the growing aviation ecosystem in Central India. Regular maintenance checks, component repairs, and aircraft modifications will be carried out at the facility. It will have the capability to handle various aircraft types, from regional jets to narrow-body aircraft. The project includes training centres for continuous skill development of technical staff. This development will position Bhopal as a key player in India's aviation maintenance sector. The facility's strategic location will help optimise maintenance schedules for airlines. It represents a significant step towards making India a global aviation maintenance hub.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Marico's Somasree Bose Awasthi moves on
HighlightsSomasree Bose Awasthi has resigned from her position as Chief Marketing Officer at Marico after nearly three years in the role, which began in November 2022. Previously, Awasthi had a successful 15-year career at Godrej Consumer Products Limited, where she rose to the position of Chief Marketing Officer for India and was instrumental in launching the Godrej Aer air freshener brand. Awasthi holds the distinction of being the first woman to serve as an Area Sales Manager in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods sector in Eastern India and is a gold medallist from the Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar, with an MBA in Marketing and Human Resources. Somasree Bose Awasthi has stepped down from her role as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Marico , bringing to an end a tenure of nearly three years that commenced in November 2022. At Marico, she held the crucial responsibility of guiding brand strategy, leading marketing initiatives, and fostering innovation across the company's diverse product portfolio. Before joining Marico, Awasthi built an extensive career spanning over 15 years at Godrej Consumer Products (GCPL). Starting as a management trainee in 2003, she steadily climbed the ranks to become GCPL's chief marketing officer for India in 2021, having held various leadership positions in both marketing and sales. Her achievements at GCPL were notable, including her involvement in the successful launch and subsequent scaling of Godrej Aer in the air freshener category, as well as contributing significantly to the growth of the household insecticide brand HIT. Awasthi also played a key role in the revival of soap brands such as Cinthol and Godrej No.1 and pioneered the initial efforts in developing GCPL's direct-to-consumer (D2C) strategy. During her time at the company, Awasthi was instrumental in fortifying marketing talent, streamlining processes and cultivating a robust innovation pipeline. A trailblazer in her early career, Awasthi holds the distinction of being the first woman to serve as an Area Sales Manager in the FMCG sector in Eastern India. Academically, she is a gold medallist from the Xavier Institute of Management , Bhubaneswar (XIMB), where she earned her MBA in Marketing and Human Resources.
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Time of India
Raja Bhoj Airport takes up slew of measures to boost safety, efficiency
Bhopal: Raja Bhoj Airport in Bhopal is undergoing significant renovations. The facility is implementing new features and enhancing existing infrastructure to boost safety and operational efficiency. The enhancements comprise an extended runway safety area, a newly constructed air traffic control tower, and improved emergency access routes. Additional developments include a new taxi track, fire station, and enhanced radar capabilities. These modifications are designed to comply with safety protocols and accommodate increased air traffic. Director, Ramjee Awasthi, said that safety for passengers and aircraft was their priority. "Our objective is to provide the best service to the travellers. Safety is an important aspect, and our objective is to implement the best possible safety measures at the airport," said Director Awasthi. The airport's recent focus on safety has yielded several crucial improvements. "A notable enhancement is the extended Runway End Safety Area (RESA), which increased from 90 metres to 150 metres, providing aircraft with additional stopping distance in case of runway overruns," he added. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Show Your Patriotism: American Flag Bald Eagle Garland Graddi Read More Undo A newly constructed Air Traffic Control (ATC) tower replaces the previous structure, which was problematically positioned. The new tower provides controllers with enhanced visibility of the airfield, enabling more precise aircraft guidance. The facility has also realigned its boundary wall in the operational zone on the 30 side, enhancing operational safety and efficiency. New emergency access roads have been constructed along both sides of the runway, adhering to Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) specifications. These routes ensure swift access for emergency vehicles during incidents. The airport's approach system was upgraded from CAT I to CAT II, enabling aircraft landings in reduced visibility conditions and minimising weather-related disruptions. Ongoing developments include the construction of a full-length parallel taxi track, scheduled for completion by June 2026, which will facilitate improved aircraft movement. A fire station is under construction to enhance the airport's fire safety classification and operational capabilities. The implementation of a new Monopulse Secondary Surveillance Radar (MSSR) is underway, with completion expected by Dec 2025, to improve air traffic management. Additional operational area realignment works are scheduled for completion by Dec 2025. These enhancements demonstrate Raja Bhoj Airport's dedication to safety and operational excellence. The facility continues to adapt to increasing air travel demands whilst ensuring compliance with DGCA CAR requirements, benefiting passengers, airlines, and the local community.
Time of India
07-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
AAI's incentives to boost intn'l flights at Bhopal
Bhopal: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) initiated a significant development for international air connectivity at Bhopal airport. AAI introduced a scheme of incentives to attract airline operators in Bhopal. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Director of Bhopal airport, Ramji Awasthi, stated that the operations department of AAI wants to boost international flights at thirteen underused international airports, including Bhopal's Raja Bhoj airport. "These airports currently have no international connections. To make this happen, they've proposed an incentive program for airlines," said Awasthi. He added, "The goal is to encourage airlines to start flying international routes from these locations. This will help these airports grow and better serve their communities." Airport officials mentioned that three of the 13 airports are major ones, while the other ten are smaller, non-major airports. The incentive scheme aims to encourage scheduled airlines to start international routes. The major airports included in the scheme are Patna, Srinagar, and Ayodhya. Srinagar and Port Blair are civil enclaves, meaning they share space with defence airports. The ten non-major airports are divided into three clusters. Cluster 1 includes Agartala, Imphal, Vadodara, and Bhopal. Cluster 2 has Rajkot, Gaya, Aurangabad, and Tirupati. Cluster 3 consists of Kushinagar and Port Blair. The incentive scheme offers benefits to airlines for each flight they land. For example, airlines flying to Agartala, Imphal, Vadodara, and Bhopal (Cluster 1) can get a full refund on landing fees, meaning they pay nothing to land their planes. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Let's look at a specific example. An Airbus A320-74 MT landing at one of these airports would normally pay Rs. 57,129 in landing fees. With the 100% incentive, the airline pays nothing, saving them Rs. 57,129 per landing. Airlines also collect a "User Development Fee" (UDF) from passengers. This fee is used to improve airport facilities. For an A-320 with 144 passengers, the UDF collected would be Rs 107,280. The incentive scheme offers airlines a percentage of this UDF as an additional benefit. In Cluster 1, which includes Bhopal, the incentive is 10% of the UDF collected. This means airlines get an extra Rs 10,728, bringing the total UDF revenue to Rs 96,552. The total additional revenue for airlines in Cluster 1 is calculated from landing fee savings and UDF incentives. The 'Net Landing' revenue (savings on landing fees) for all four airports is Rs 474,426.4. The 'Net UDF' revenue (incentives on UDF) is Rs 75,580, giving a total additional revenue of Rs 548,476. The incentive percentages vary across the clusters, meaning the financial benefits for airlines will differ depending on which airports they fly to. The operations department hopes these incentives will be enough to attract airlines. More international flights will boost local economies and connect people to the world. The scheme aims to encourage international air connectivity and boost local economic development through these financial incentives.
Hindustan Times
07-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Banke Bihari Corridor plan: UP CM's advisor holds discussions in Vrindavan, seeks consensus
Seeking a consensus on the proposed Banke Bihari Corridor project, Awanish Kumar Awasthi, advisor to the chief minister, held meetings with local residents, traders and Goswamis (priests) in Vrindavan on Friday. The Goswamis (priests) from the Banke Bihari Temple have been vocal in opposing the Banke Bihari Corridor plan. 'It was a constructive discussion that we had with all, including locals and traders, and separately with Goswamis. They openly placed their viewpoint. We communicated that the state government was here to ensure development of the area and ensure better facilities for devotees coming to have darshan at the Banke Bihari Temple,' Awasthi said after the discussions. While a section of traders and residents voiced concerns about the plan, they were assured a patient hearing by Awasthi after the first round of discussions though, at one stage, some of them appeared to be on the brink of a boycott but returned for the talks. Agra divisional commissioner Shailendra Kumar Singh, deputy inspector general (Agra range) Shailesh Pandey, Mathura district magistrate CP Singh, Mathura senior superintendent of police Shlok Kumar and others were present in the meeting with the residents and traders held at the Tourist Facilitation Centre (TFC). 'Large-scale development has taken place statewide in places of religious tourism. The state government wants Vrindavan to be a developed place with an opportunity for devotees to have a smooth 'darshan' at Banke Bihari temple. Locals, residents and traders have openly given suggestions. We are open to suggestions as we aim at a consensus in bringing up the Banke Bihari Corridor,' Awasthi said. He held a separate meeting with Goswamis at a location near the temple and was scheduled to have another meeting late on Friday evening. Opposing the corridor plan, Rajat Goswami of the Goswami community at the temple told HT they were against the ordinance bought to create a trust to run the temple and oversee the proposed Banke Bihari Corridor. Govind Khandelwal, a trader leader who attended the meeting with Awasthi, said 'We are against the map on which the Banke Bihari Corridor is based and have better alternatives. It is not a matter of compensation or money but what we want is that the heritage value of Vrindavan should remain unchanged.' Earlier, Uttar Pradesh Congress president Ajay Rai visited the Bankey Bihari temple on Thursday and assured the Goswami community of full support against the proposed project. 'The state government has a covetous eye on Banke Bihari temple and plans to have control over it and thus is bringing up such plans like the corridor,' said Ajay Rai who met women from Goswami family on Thursday evening. Deputy chief minister Brajesh Pathak also offered prayers at the Banke Bihari Temple on Thursday and assured that a consensus will be reached. On May 15, the Supreme Court paved the way for a state government scheme to develop the Banke Bihari Corridor for the benefit of devotees. The apex court also allowed the state government to use temple funds to purchase five-acre land for the corridor. The state government on May 27 constituted a Trust to manage the Banke Bihari temple and oversee the work of the proposed corridor.
