With stringent operating procedures in place, the Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (KIAB or BLR Airport) is ready to welcome passengers.

The Rs 20 trillion economic revival package announced on Monday by Prime Minister Narendra Modi ranks among the most substantial in the world relative to the country’s GDP. Of the five pillars identified to support the edifice of a New India, infrastructure forms the second pillar.

A total of 6,037 Indian nationals were evacuated to the country in 31 inbound flights operated by Air India and Air India Express under Vande Bharat Mission in five days since the initiative commenced on May 7.

Air India, Alliance Air, Indian Air Force (IAF) and private airliners have operated 443 flights under the Ministry of Civil Aviation’s (MoCA) ‘Lifeline Udan’ programme. Out of the total, 265 flights were operated by Air India and Alliance Air. Cargo transported till date was around 821.07 tonnes, covering over 434,531 km.

Over 684.08 tonnes of essential and medical cargo was delivered till date across the country through Lifeline Udan flights during the nationwide lockdown.

Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Civil Aviation appreciated aviation professionals and stakeholders for their commendable efforts during COVID-19 crisis by making life saving medical and essential supplies available to citizens across the country under Lifeline Udan programme.

The Rs 20 trillion economic revival package announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is among the most substantial in the world. Of the five pillars identified by Modi to support the edifice of a New India, infrastructure occupies the second place.

The Ministry of Civil Aviation has requested GST Council to consider inclusion of aviation turbine fuel (ATF) within the ambit of GST.

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) in tandem with the government is developing airports across the country to add value to the aviation infrastructure. Improved connectivity will certainly boost the nation's economy.