KOKATA. The Airports Authority of India (AAI) and the Government of West Bengal have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to upgrade and expand the state’s aviation infrastructure. Held in the presence of Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu and Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, the agreement paves the way for new Civil Enclaves at Hasimara and Kalaikunda equipped with modern passenger terminals, aprons, and taxiways. Additionally, Balurghat Airport will undergo operational revamping, and a new greenfield airport will be developed in phases at Chharra in Purulia.
This strategic partnership aims to boost regional air connectivity under the UDAN scheme, driving economic growth across West Bengal’s tourism, trade, and logistics sectors. Senior officials from the Ministry of Civil Aviation, the State Government, and AAI attended the ceremony to mark this significant push toward safer, faster, and more accessible air travel for the region.
