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West Bengal Begins Survey Of Behala Airport To Assess Resumption Of Flight Services
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The West Bengal government has started efforts to revive Behala airport in Kolkata with aerial and ground surveys to determine if flight operations can resume.
A team of state government officials and Airports Authority of India representatives conducted a physical inspection of the airport, accompanied by Behala West MLA and state Sports Minister Indranil Khan.
- Khan also submitted a letter from Chief Minister Subhendu Adhikari requesting assistance from the Union government.The state sees Behala airport as a potential additional aviation facility for Kolkata and adjoining areas, particularly South 24 Parganas.
- The proposal includes regional passenger flights, charter operations and emergency medical services such as air ambulances.The airport has a runway of about 91
- Right reporting foregrounds governance, border security, deterrence, and fiscal discipline.
Key Takeaways
- Aerial and ground surveys are underway to assess resumption of flight services
- The survey aims to determine if flight operations can resume from the airport
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- Possible resumption of flight services from Behala airport
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Revival of Behala airport could boost local economy and connectivity
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