Question : AERODROME AT JHARSUGUDA



(a)Whether the Government proposes to develop the aerodrome at Jharsuguda in Orissa a full fledge airport ;

(b) If so, the details alongwith the funds allocated for the said purpose; and

(c) If not, the reasons therefor?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF CIVIL AVIATION (SHRI PRAFUL PATEL)

(a) No, Sir.

(b) Does not arise.

(c) No airline operator has shown interest to operate scheduled flights through Jharsuguda airport. Therefore, there is no plan to renovate/ develop this airport.