Archive · 30 Jul 2025
MP Pushes for Silchar–Delhi Flight, Addresses Rising Road Mishaps
The MP from Silchar wants a direct flight to Delhi because it takes too long and costs too much to go there now.
He says it's important for people in Barak Valley to easily travel to Delhi.
Meanwhile, there are more car accidents happening in Cachar.
The government is trying to make roads safer by fixing them, catching rule breakers, teaching people about safety, and improving medical help after accidents.
MP Suklabaidya urged for a direct Silchar–Delhi flight in Rajya Sabha.
He highlighted the long travel times and financial burdens of current routes.
A direct flight could promote regional equity and strengthen national integration.
District Commissioner Mridul Yadav expressed concern over rising road accidents.
The administration is implementing a four-pronged strategy for road safety.
- Who
- Silchar MP Parimal Suklabaidya and District Commissioner Mridul Yadav.
- What
- MP Suklabaidya advocated for a direct Silchar-Delhi flight and addressed rising road accidents in Cachar.
- When
- The MP spoke in Rajya Sabha on Wednesday, and the District Road Safety Committee met on Tuesday.
- Where
- Silchar and Delhi.
- Why
- To reduce travel time and cost for Barak Valley residents and to improve road safety in Cachar.
Flight Connectivity Advocates
Road Safety Supporters
Flight Necessity
Flight Connectivity Advocates
Direct flight is essential for travel convenience, regional equity and access to opportunities.
Road Safety Supporters
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- MP Plea
- Direct Silchar-Delhi flight
- Current Travel
- Via Kolkata or Guwahati
- Road Accidents Rise
- 312 (2023) to 380 (2025)
- Injuries Jumped
- 193 (2023) to 388 (2025)
- Fines Collected
- Rs 20.03 lakh in July