President of the Foundation for Aviation & Sustainable Tourism (FAST), Gen (Retd) BC Seth, led a delegation to meet the Honourable Minister of Civil Aviation, Shri K Rammohan Naidu, on 29 July 2024. The purpose of the meeting was to congratulate the Minister on his new assignment and to brief him on the various initiatives and activities undertaken by FAST.
Accompanying Gen Seth were Shri VP Agrawal, Vice President of FAST and former Chairman of Airports Authority of India (AAI), and Dr RK Tyagi, Trustee of FAST and former Chairman of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).
During the meeting, Gen Seth highlighted the potential for collaboration between FAST and the Ministry to drive growth, innovation, and sustainable development in the aviation sector. He emphasized the importance of public-private partnerships in achieving these goals.
The delegation discussed various areas of cooperation, including:
– Promoting sustainable aviation practices
– Encouraging innovation and R&D in aviation technology
– Enhancing aviation infrastructure and connectivity
– Fostering skill development and education in aviation
– Showcasing India’s aviation capabilities globally
The Minister expressed his appreciation for FAST’s efforts and emphasized the need for collaborative initiatives to propel the aviation sector forward. The meeting concluded with a commitment to explore opportunities for joint initiatives and to work together towards a sustainable and prosperous future for Indian aviation.
