Civil Aviation Minister Opens New ATC Tower at Indore Airport
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Civil Aviation Minister Opens New ATC Tower at Indore Airport

The Minister for Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, inaugurated the new Air Traffic Control (ATC) Tower-cum-technical block at Devi Ahilyabai Holkar International Airport in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.

During the inauguration, the minister toured the facility, where ATC experts explained various technical aspects of tracking and coordinating flights from the newly constructed tower.

In addition to the ATC tower, the airport has also introduced a zero-waste plant. The union minister confirmed that this initiative aligns with the government’s commitment to sustainability.

Minister Kinjarapu noted that this visit marked his first trip to Indore since assuming the role of Union Minister. He expressed admiration for the city's cleanliness and emphasised the installation of the zero-waste plant as an extension of the Swachhata Abhiyan (cleanliness campaign).

He remarked that efforts were made to ensure low-carbon events during his visit and highlighted Indore’s significant progress in cleanliness under the campaign. He stated that the zero-waste plant at the airport could process approximately 1,000 kilograms of waste daily.

The minister revealed that Rs 550 million had been invested by the government to upgrade the previous tower into the new ATC facility. He acknowledged the efforts of Shankar Lalw, who had been proactive in advocating for the project, even during the on-going Parliament session.

Kinjarapu also shared plans to enhance Indore's international connectivity by linking it to destinations such as Singapore, Thailand, and the USA. He explained that these connections would boost cargo capacity and improve local connectivity. Discussions with airlines to explore these possibilities were underway.

Furthermore, he mentioned plans to expand the airport’s runway and urged the state government to expedite the land acquisition process to facilitate the project.

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The Minister for Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, inaugurated the new Air Traffic Control (ATC) Tower-cum-technical block at Devi Ahilyabai Holkar International Airport in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. During the inauguration, the minister toured the facility, where ATC experts explained various technical aspects of tracking and coordinating flights from the newly constructed tower. In addition to the ATC tower, the airport has also introduced a zero-waste plant. The union minister confirmed that this initiative aligns with the government’s commitment to sustainability. Minister Kinjarapu noted that this visit marked his first trip to Indore since assuming the role of Union Minister. He expressed admiration for the city's cleanliness and emphasised the installation of the zero-waste plant as an extension of the Swachhata Abhiyan (cleanliness campaign). He remarked that efforts were made to ensure low-carbon events during his visit and highlighted Indore’s significant progress in cleanliness under the campaign. He stated that the zero-waste plant at the airport could process approximately 1,000 kilograms of waste daily. The minister revealed that Rs 550 million had been invested by the government to upgrade the previous tower into the new ATC facility. He acknowledged the efforts of Shankar Lalw, who had been proactive in advocating for the project, even during the on-going Parliament session. Kinjarapu also shared plans to enhance Indore's international connectivity by linking it to destinations such as Singapore, Thailand, and the USA. He explained that these connections would boost cargo capacity and improve local connectivity. Discussions with airlines to explore these possibilities were underway. Furthermore, he mentioned plans to expand the airport’s runway and urged the state government to expedite the land acquisition process to facilitate the project.

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