Exciting news for Pune District as Maharashtra’s Minister of Industries, Uday Samant, has announced progress on the long-awaited Purandar Airport project. The Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) is gearing up to start land acquisition for the airport, following a crucial meeting between Minister Uday Samant and Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation, Murlidhar Mohol.
The land acquisition process had faced obstacles due to local opposition, but recent developments indicate that these issues are being resolved. Minister Uday Samant stressed the importance of the Purandar Airport project for Maharashtra’s development, stating that a meeting with Union Minister Murlidhar Mohol will finalize the project model and kickstart land acquisition work in the next few days.
The new airport will be located in Purandar, Pune, covering a vast area of 2,832 hectares. It has received all necessary approvals from the Ministry of Defence and is conveniently situated near Rajewadi Railway Station, facilitating accessible transportation for travelers.
The construction of the Purandar Airport is expected to have a positive impact on Pune city, improving travel convenience for residents and visitors and stimulating tourism and business opportunities in the region. Despite earlier challenges, the project is back on track with construction set to begin in 2024 and completion expected within three to four years.
Key points to note include the imminent commencement of land acquisition by MIDC, signs of resolution of local opposition, the airport’s specifications covering 2,832 hectares, its strategic location near Rajewadi Railway Station, and the projected construction timeline starting in 2024. The Purandar Airport project is poised to be a major asset for Pune, bolstering the region’s growth and travel infrastructure.
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