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Helicopters in Kolkata: Arjun Singh unveils major air connectivity plans
- •The state aims to make air travel accessible to common people through the central government's Udan scheme.
- •Land has been identified and surveys have started for constructing a new airport in Kalyani.
- •Plans are underway to set up a pilot training center, renovate runways, and operate small aircraft in Behala.
- •A proposal has been introduced to boost tourism by launching helicopter services centered around Kolkata.
- •Air connectivity initiatives are progressing in Hashimara, Kalaikunda, Balurghat, and Purulia's Chharra.
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Transport Minister Arjun Singh announced major plans to boost air connectivity under the central government's 'Udan' scheme, including a proposal to launch helicopter services centered around Kolkata to promote tourism and make air travel more accessible to the common people.
Land has been identified and survey work has begun for an airport in Kalyani, while infrastructure development, runway renovation, and a pilot training center are planned in Behala. Additionally, initiatives are underway for air services in Hashimara, Kalaikunda, Balurghat, and Purulia's Chharra.
Plans for Behala include setting up a pilot training center, carrying out runway renovation and boundary wall construction, and developing infrastructure to arrange training for pilots and air hostesses while also operating small aircraft.
