Arunachal’s Donyi Polo airport gets all-weather licence
First Published: 26th December, 2023 12:57 IST
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Monday night announced about the all-weather licence that would now make night landings at the Donyi Polo airport possible.
In some good news for people of Arunachal Pradesh, the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has granted all-weather licence to Donyi Polo Airport in Itanagar allowing night landing of flights at the airport, Chief Minister Pema Khandu saqid on Monday night.
Taking to X, CM Khandy wrote, “So happy to share a significant milestone for Arunachal Pradesh! Donyi Polo Airport has been granted an all-weather licence, unlocking the possibility for night landings.”
Khandu also shared the letter issued by DGCA.
The chief minister said the development marks a giant leap towards ensuring seamless air connectivity to the northeastern state and also opens new avenues for growth.
The Donyi Polo airport in Itanagar, the first greenfield airport in Arunachal Pradesh, was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in November 2022.
The name of the airport reflects the traditions and rich cultural heritage of Arunachal Pradesh and its age-old reverence for the sun (“Donyi”) and the moon (“Polo”).
The airport has been developed in an area of more than 690 acres, at a cost of over Rs 640 crore. With a 2,300-metre runway, the airport is suitable for all-weather operations. The airport terminal promotes energy efficiency, renewable energy and recycling of resources.
The development of the new airport in Itanagar has not only improved connectivity in the region but also acted as a catalyst for the growth of trade and tourism, thus providing a boost to economic development.
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