Archive · 1 Oct 2025
Maharashtra to Fast-Track Airport Development
The Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Ajit Pawar, is pushing for the development of airports in several cities.
He has instructed the Maharashtra Airport Development Company (MADC) to speed up the process.
A meeting was held to discuss the Baramati Airport, including adding night landing capabilities.
MADC is tasked with creating plans and estimating costs for these airport upgrades.
This push aims to improve air travel within the region by upgrading airport facilities and improving connectivity for travelers.
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar directed MADC to develop airports in four cities.
A meeting was held to review the Baramati Airport's development.
The Industries Department will issue a resolution to transfer the airport.
MADC will prepare a master plan and detailed project reports (DPRs).
The government wants to improve regional air travel and infrastructure.
- Who
- Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and MADC
- What
- Directed the development of airports at Baramati, Yavatmal, Dharashiv, and Latur.
- When
- The information does not specify a date.
- Where
- Maharashtra
- Why
- To strengthen regional air connectivity and enhance airport infrastructure.
- Official
- Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar
- Organization
- Maharashtra Airport Development Company (MADC)
- Meeting Location
- Mantralaya
- Focus
- Regional air connectivity