At WINGS 2024, Minister Komatireddy urged direct Hyderabad-US flight launch from Union Civil Aviation Minister.
Hyderabad :- Komatireddy Venkat Reddy, the Minister for R&B and Cinematography, unveiled Telangana’s robust plans for aviation infrastructure development during the inaugural ceremony of WINGS 2024 in Hyderabad on Thursday.
The state government is actively pursuing the creation of three greenfield airports and the revival of three brownfield airports. The greenfield airports are strategically located at Bhadradri Kothagudem, Jakaranpally in Nizamabad district, and Gudibanda village of Adakkal Mandal in Mahabubnagar district, aligning with the event’s theme of ‘Connecting India to the world in Amrit Kaal.’
Minister Komatireddy highlighted the ongoing work on brownfield airports at Mamnoor village in Warangal, Basanthnagar in Peddapally district, and Adilabad district. The initial phase involves the revival of Mamnoor and Adilabad airports.
In addition to these projects, the state government has proposed a water aerodrome at Nagarjuna Sagar Dam, with a pre-feasibility report completed by the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Evaluation for the creation of water aerodromes at other water bodies is also underway.
Telangana has demonstrated pioneering efforts in connectivity, establishing permanent helipads at each district headquarters in district collectorate complexes. The Telangana State Aviation Corporation Limited and the Tourism Department have successfully conducted joy rides at various locations in the state, including Hyderabad city and Vemulvada, with plans for joy rides in Mulugu district for Medaram Jathara, hailed as Asia’s largest tribal festival.
Hyderabad, recognized for its medical facilities, hosts nearly 50% of the country’s air ambulance services, transferring patients to advanced hospitals. The Telangana State Aviation Academy has contributed significantly to aviation training, having trained 135 commercial pilots, aircraft maintenance engineers with M Sc Aviation, and 430 drone pilots. The state, as a trailblazer, implemented its own Drone policy, fostering an ecosystem for the drone/UAV industry.
The Telangana government collaborates with start-ups and industry partners to pilot drone usage in healthcare, agriculture, mining, law enforcement, etc. The ‘Medicine from Sky’ project, launched in partnership with the World Economic Forum, utilizes drones for medicine and organ delivery.
Aerospace, Defence, and Space industries remain pivotal for Telangana, with several aerospace parks developed by the Industries Department and TSIIC hosting manufacturing, servicing, engineering, training, and allied firms. Telangana continues to make strides in these sectors, positioning itself as a key player in India’s aviation landscape.
