Odisha clears Rs 41.8 billion plan to boost aviation sector
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Odisha clears Rs 41.8 billion plan to boost aviation sector

The Odisha government has approved an investment of Rs 41.8 billion under the Building and Management of Aviation Assets and Network (B-MAAN) scheme to strengthen the state’s aviation ecosystem.

The proposal received cabinet approval on Saturday, with the investment to be made over five years (2025–2030). The scheme will bring all aspects of aviation under a single framework to improve infrastructure, connectivity and industry capacity.

“All aspects of aviation will come under one comprehensive framework. Odisha aims to emerge as the leading aviation hub in eastern India,” said chief secretary Manoj Ahuja.

Under B-MAAN, the focus will be on developing infrastructure, including the upgradation and maintenance of airports and heliports across the state. Private airlines will receive support under the Air Connectivity and Viability Gap Funding scheme to promote regional air services.

“The state will establish world-class maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facilities at Biju Patnaik International Airport and other key locations. Steps will be taken to create a self-reliant aviation ecosystem and attract private investment,” Ahuja added.

The scheme also envisions large-scale employment generation through flight training and aviation-focused skill development. The Directorate of Aviation will be restructured to function as a professional agency for policy planning, coordination and project execution.

The government also plans to engage private players in promoting futuristic technologies such as drones, seaplanes, e-VTOL aircraft and aerospace manufacturing, positioning Odisha as a leader in new-age aviation and green mobility.

The Odisha government has approved an investment of Rs 41.8 billion under the Building and Management of Aviation Assets and Network (B-MAAN) scheme to strengthen the state’s aviation ecosystem. The proposal received cabinet approval on Saturday, with the investment to be made over five years (2025–2030). The scheme will bring all aspects of aviation under a single framework to improve infrastructure, connectivity and industry capacity. “All aspects of aviation will come under one comprehensive framework. Odisha aims to emerge as the leading aviation hub in eastern India,” said chief secretary Manoj Ahuja. Under B-MAAN, the focus will be on developing infrastructure, including the upgradation and maintenance of airports and heliports across the state. Private airlines will receive support under the Air Connectivity and Viability Gap Funding scheme to promote regional air services. “The state will establish world-class maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facilities at Biju Patnaik International Airport and other key locations. Steps will be taken to create a self-reliant aviation ecosystem and attract private investment,” Ahuja added. The scheme also envisions large-scale employment generation through flight training and aviation-focused skill development. The Directorate of Aviation will be restructured to function as a professional agency for policy planning, coordination and project execution. The government also plans to engage private players in promoting futuristic technologies such as drones, seaplanes, e-VTOL aircraft and aerospace manufacturing, positioning Odisha as a leader in new-age aviation and green mobility.

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