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Maharashtra Approves Shirdi Airport Upgrades Ahead of Kumbh Mela

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has approved key infrastructure upgrades to improve air travel ahead of the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela. Plans include expanding and modernising Shirdi Airport, building two helipads, and constructing eight parking lots to manage the expected surge in pilgrims.During the 91st meeting of the Maharashtra Airport Development Company, CM Fadnavis highlighted rapid progress at Shirdi Airport’s cargo terminal. The airport’s proximity to Nashik will offer greater convenience to air travellers during the large gathering.Fadnavis also instructed that..

Bihar Begins Land Acquisition for Darbhanga Airport Upgrade

The Bihar government has released Rs 2.45 billion to acquire land for expanding Darbhanga Airport’s runway, marking a major step towards upgrading the facility to international status. A total of 90 acres is being acquired, with the funds already transferred to the Darbhanga district administration following a cabinet decision taken in January.Bihar Chief Secretary Amrit Lal Meena has written to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, urging the Centre to expedite approval. In his communication to the Civil Aviation Secretary, Meena highlighted Darbhanga Airport’s strategic significance, citing it..

Maharashtra Unveils Rs 113.73 Bn EV Push with Subsidies, Toll Waivers

In a significant move to accelerate clean mobility, the Maharashtra government has approved the Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2025, introducing a Rs 113.73 billion package over the next five years to boost EV adoption, manufacturing, and infrastructure. The policy will remain in effect until March 31, 2030, replacing the earlier 2021 policy that expired in March 2025.The new policy provides direct purchase subsidies across all vehicle segments—two-, three-, and four-wheelers, electric buses, commercial vehicles, agricultural EVs, and transport fleets. Electric two-, three-, and non-transport ..