Expansion of the Mysuru airport project has gained further traction with the State government releasing the third tranche of Rs.750 million towards runway extension. The amount will be transferred to the Karnataka Industrial Area Development Authority (KIADB) to complete the land acquisition process. The existing length of the Mysuru airport runway is 1,750 metres and only ATR-type 72-seater short-haul flights can be operated. The proposal is to expand the runway to at least 2,400 metres, which will enable operation of bigger aircraft.Contact: Karnataka Industrial Area Development AuthorityTel: 080-22265383Website: www.en.kiadb.in