Hyderabad, March 13 (Maxim News): IT Minister K T Rama Rao said that world class university of Aerospace will be started in Hyderabad. We plan to construct three green field airports in the state at Gudi Banda area in Mahabub Nagar, Bhadradri and Nizamabad, he said.
Hyderabad is the favourite destination for IT, ITES and aerospace industries, he averred. He participated in ‘Wings India Aviation Show’ at Begumpet Airport here, conducted jointly by FICCI and Airports Authority of India.
Speaking on the occasion, KTR appreciated the organizers stating that despite alarming situation of corona virus, the famous wings India show is being conducted.
Greenfield Airports
For Telangana, aviation and aerospace are priority sectors and the government will work for their development, he said. We urged the centre for permission to build the three green field airports in our state, the minister said.
Warangal Airport will be launched soon for public, he added. He also listed out government schemes and initiatives for industrial, business growth and development of IT sector.
The Minister further said that “in line with the theme of the event “Flying for All”, we are now planning to re-activate old airports, create green-field airports and establish a chain of heliports to connect the remote parts of our State. We have proposed three greenfield airports and revival of three brownfield Airports in Telangana,” he added
Usha Padhee, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation, said that India is poised to become the epicentre of growth for this sector. She added that Civil aviation is extremely important for any developing economy and every entity in the civil aviation ecosystem has to work in tandem, almost in perfect coordination to make sure air traffic is safe and secure. She further said that ‘Wings India 2020’ is a platform for all stakeholders to come together to work towards ensuring the growth of the sector.
Arvind Singh, Chairman, Airports Authority of Indiasaid that the rapid expansion in India’s airport and air navigation structure will fuel the huge business and tourism opportunities in India.
Dr Sangita Reddy, President, FICCIsaid that a scaled-down version of WingsIndia2020 was conducted with only B2B conference & the public display was cancelled. With necessary precautions of screening public with the scanners, hand sanitizers, distancing & the use of Namaste, we seem to be effectively showing the way of how one can conduct a safe conference and strike the right balance.”
FICCI-MoCA- Deloitte ‘UDAN 4.0+ knowledge paper on the changing landscape of Indian aviation sector under regional connectivity scheme’ was also released during the event. A panel discussion on ‘Capacity Building- Airlines and Airports’ was held which saw active participation of global CEO’s and industry experts.The day also witnessed air shows by Indian Air Forces’ Mark Jeffery Team and Sarang Team.
The Aerobatic show showcased the Extra 300L by Indian Air Forces’ Mark Jeffery Team and ALH Dhruv helicopters by Indian Air Forces’ Sarang Teamon 12th March 2020. Embraer E195, Honda Jet HA420, Diamond DA42, Cessna 182T, Cessna 206, Bell 505, Dornier 228 were on static display. The first day of the event bore positive response with many companies showing interest in collaborations and business acquisitions. With respect to the business opportunities, first day of the event initiated discussions and conversations from airlines, exhibitors and companies to recognize and celebrate the excellence, triumphs and innovations of key stakeholders within the Aviation industry. (Maxim News)
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