Idukki Airstrip Reconstruction to Begin Soon After Delays

The Sathram airstrip in Idukki, which had part of its shoulder and a crack damaged due to heavy rain, is set to be reconstructed.

The NCC, who plans to use the airstrip for training, visited the site.

The project has faced delays due to the Forest department's claims that the land is reserve forestland.

The MLA says the government is working to resolve the land dispute and the Chief Minister is overseeing the project.

The airstrip will be used for flying training and potential drone training and licensing.

The Public Works department has already invited tender for soil testing.

The final decision relies on resolving claims of the Forest department.