Maharastra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis conducted a review Meeting of Airport Development Works in Maharashtra yesterday. The Chief Minister directed that the works of Navi Mumbai International Airport along with Nagpur and Shirdi airports should be completed expeditiously within the given timeline. Union Minister of State for Cooperation and Civil Aviation Muralidhar Mohol was present at the occasion. Chief Minister Fadnavis stated that aviation is the fastest-growing sector. Both the central and state governments must create the necessary infrastructure. As the country moves towards becoming a five trillion economy, this sector holds significant importance. He further said that Maharashtra is functioning as the growth engine of the country. The nation and state will need to work on minute details in this sector. Infrastructure expansion will be necessary considering the growing numbers in this sector. He added.
The Chief Minister also instructed to resolve issues regarding airports with night landing facilities. He asked to identify reasons for delays in airport works and find solutions to complete works expeditiously. He instructed the concerned authority that night landing facilities should be planned at Solapur and Kolhapur. Shirdi night landing facility should be initiated immediately. Fadnavis is also emphasized that the pending issues of Nagpur and Shirdi airports should be resolved by March 31. A new terminal building should be constructed at Jalgaon and the land acquisition process for Purandar airport should be expedited. The process for establishing Palghar Airport should be also initiated. He said
Chief Minister Fadnavis further mentioned that Vadhavan Port is a crucial project of the central and state governments. It will be among the world’s top 10 ports. The country’s largest commercial transportation will operate from this location. The bullet train and coastal road will pass through this area.
He noted that 85 % work of Navi Mumbai International Airport has been completed and the remaining work is progressing well. He said modern technology should be utilized to accelerate the work. He directed that efforts should be made to complete work with quality and within prescribed time limits.
During the meeting, detailed presentations were made regarding Navi Mumbai and Nagpur International Airports. The review covered various aspects including completed work, time required for remaining work, pending permissions, financial aspects, and land acquisition.
