Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol has inaugurated a new Air Traffic Control (ATC) tower at Kolhapur Airport. The inauguration also included a Technical Block and Fire Station, enhancing the airport’s safety and operational readiness.

Mohol flagged off the first Star Air flight between Kolhapur and Nagpur as part of the event. He stated that the high-tech ATC tower marks a vital milestone in modernising air traffic infrastructure at the airport. The development is aimed at improving safety, emergency response, and regional air connectivity in Maharashtra.

The minister reiterated the government’s focus on providing inclusive aviation infrastructure nationwide under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The ceremony was attended by public representatives and officials including Kolhapur Guardian Minister Prakash Abitkar, MP Shahu Maharaj Chhatrapati, and officials from the Airports Authority of India and local administration.

These efforts are part of a broader plan to upgrade infrastructure at regional airports and improve air travel accessibility across the country.

Source:Free Press Journal