According to the Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation, GM Siddeshwara, Airports Authority of India (AAI) has a plan for extension of runway at Jaipur Airport. An expansion of integrated terminal building along with the construction of cargo complex
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Tag: Civil Aviation
Govt plans to upgrade Jaipur and Jodhpur airports
According to the Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation, GM Siddeshwara, Airports Authority of India (AAI) has a plan for extension of runway at Jaipur Airport. An expansion of integrated terminal building along with the construction of cargo complex
Govt to develop 5 airports
The Civil Aviation Ministry will start the development of five no-frills airports and award management contracts of four airports to private operators in the current financial year.
Cargo operations at 24 airports
The Civil Aviation Ministry has identified 24 airports for the development of domestic air cargo terminals. The governments plan calls for the creation of a national logistics network for the faster movement and clearance of goods
India International Road and Transportation Fair (IIRTF)
Transport being the most important and complex subject in the modern world where safe, quick and cost effective movement of men, machines and materials, is the objective of all governments and businesses.
High Flier
Capt. & Squadron Leader Ajay Chauhan (Retd.) is Director of Civil Aviation, Government of Gujarat and former ADC to the President of India. He has around 25 years experience in the aviation sector.
Reforms for civil aviation sector
Modernisation of existing airports and development of low-cost airports to promote air connectivity, particularly to remote and regional areas, is expected to get a boost under the new government. This may include awarding management contracts at six major airports to private sector players and development of 50 low-cost airports on a fast-track basis.
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Industry analysts share their views on the bills that are pending in the Parliament and how they will impact once they take the shape of a law. The Coal Regulatory Authority of India Bill (CRAI) is a much needed piece of legislation.
GPRS-enabled e-payment facility at Begumpet airport
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has recently commissioned a GPRS-enabled electronic cash transaction facility at the Begumpet Airport in Hyderabad. AAI intends to implement this facility across all airports.
Airport to attract $12.1 bn investment
Union Civil Aviation Minister Ajit Singh said the Indian airport sector is likely to attract $12.1 billion worth of investment during the 12th Plan period. Out of this, the minister expects around $9.3 billion from the private sector.


