Foundation Stone for Warangal Airport to be Laid Soon, Says Telangana Minister
Warangal airport foundation stone to be laid soon: Telangana minister
The Economic Times
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Telangana's Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy announced that the foundation stone for a new airport in Warangal will be laid soon. The state has allocated 953 acres of land for the project, which is part of a broader initiative to develop three new airports in Telangana.
- 01Foundation stone for Warangal airport to be laid soon.
- 02953 acres of land have been allocated for the airport project.
- 03Adilabad airport will be developed jointly with the Defence Ministry.
- 04A master plan for the Adilabad airport is forthcoming.
- 05Feasibility report needed for Kothagudem airport site.
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Telangana's Revenue Minister, Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy, announced the imminent laying of the foundation stone for the new airport in Warangal, Telangana. The state government has already handed over 953 acres of land to the Central government for this project. In addition to Warangal, plans are underway for the development of airports in Adilabad, which will be a collaborative effort involving the Defence Ministry and the Ministry of Civil Aviation. A master plan for the Adilabad airport is expected to be prepared soon. Furthermore, the Civil Aviation Ministry has deemed the previously suggested site for an airport in Kothagudem unsuitable, prompting the minister to request a feasibility report for alternative locations.
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The development of the Warangal airport is expected to enhance connectivity and boost local economy, potentially creating jobs and stimulating growth in the region.
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