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Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Finally, Takeoff Call For Halwara Airport: Terminal to be launched by PM on July 27
Ludhiana: The terminal building of Halwara Airport would be virtually inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 27, industry and NRI affairs minister Sanjeev Arora announced on Friday. This comes as good news for residents of Ludhiana, who have been waiting anxiously for the airport to start operations. Presiding over a high-level review meeting at Bachat Bhawan on Friday, Arora confirmed that the Airports Authority of India (AAI), in collaboration with the district administration, was finalising preparations for the inauguration. He added that the terminal would be dedicated to the public on July 27, with Air India to announce flight commencement dates thereafter. An officer of the PWD department, which is executing the project work, told TOI that the process of handing over infrastructure developed under the Halwara International Airport project to AAI has already started. He added that some minor work suggested by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, including construction of watch towers and raising the height of the boundary wall, would be completed days before the inauguration on July 27. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If you have a mouse, play this game for 1 minute Navy Quest Undo An AAI official, asking not to be named, said that after the inauguration, it would take airlines at least a month to set up offices to start operations from Halwara Airport. He added that flight operations were expected to start by September. Residents, who have been waiting a long time for inauguration of the Halwara International Airport, are happy about the latest development. Dr Ravinder Vatsayayan, who lives near Rose Garden, said that he would buy a ticket for the inaugural flight from Halwara Airport as he had been waiting for a long time for it to start operations. The industry is also delighted by news of the scheduled inauguration of the Halwara Airport terminal building. Talking to TOI, Harsimerjit Singh, president, United Cycle Parts and Manufacturers Association (UCPMA), said that it came as great news not only for residents of Ludhiana but also for people living within a 100-kilometre radius of the district. He expressed gratitude to the Centre and state governments as well as minister Sanjeev Arora, for their efforts to get the airport functional. Students and professionals have also welcomed the announcement. Jaspreet Singh, a student, said that there should be flights to various major cities of the country instead of only Ludhiana and Delhi. Boost to business, tourism Architect Sanjay Goel, former director, Ludhiana Smart City Limited, welcomed the announcement. In a statement issued here on Friday, he said that the inauguration by the PM was a matter of pride for the state. Highlighting the city's key role in Punjab's economy, he noted that Ludhiana is home to some of the state's largest industrialists and entrepreneurs. "Enhanced air connectivity will help boost exports, attract investors, and also promote tourism, which in turn will contribute to the socio-economic development of the region," he concluded. How Halwara scores over Sahnewal Halwara airport has a longer runway and facility of landing of flights at low visibility due to advanced landing facility with an Instrument Landing System (ILS) Low visibility in the winter is a major cause of cancellation of flights at Sahnewal airport. Halwara airport will not face such issues As compared to the capacity of a 72-seater ATR flight in Sahnewal, Halwara airport can cater to a 172-seater Boeing flight. The airport building will have three terminals — international, domestic, and cargo MSID:: 122768054 413 |
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Efforts on to identify land for exhibition centre: Arora
Ludhiana: The city will finally get an exhibition centre, which has been a longstanding demand of the business community here. Industries minister Sanjeev Arora said on Friday that efforts were on to identify land for an exhibition centre. Addressing mediapersons after being accorded the guard of honour at Circuit House, he said that developing the industrial sector would enhance tax revenue. In the city for the first time after taking charge as cabinet minister, Arora expressed gratitude to AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Singh Mann for entrusting the responsibility of a cabinet berth to him. He assured that he would focus on industrial development and try to attract maximum investment across Punjab. Responding to questions, he said that several industrial issues had been resolved over the past three years and pending matters would be addressed promptly. On the status of Halwara Airport, the minister said that it was ready. "Whenever approval is given by the PMO, Halwara Airport will be operational. The project is nearly complete, and its inauguration is expected soon," he said. Regarding NRI affairs, he informed that a departmental meeting was scheduled for Tuesday. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo He reiterated his commitment to ensuring timely and hassle-free services for NRIs. Arora received a warm welcome from people, including AAP leaders and workers, who had gathered to welcome him. Police commissioner Swapan Sharma and additional deputy commissioner (rural development) Amarjit Bains were among those present on the occasion. MSID:: 122253053 413 |
