Boosting tourism, Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindhia flags off Heli-services in Dehradun

Dehra Dun, October 8: Boosting tourism in the hilly region, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindhia flagged off Heli services at Jollygrant Airport on Friday. This new beginning with 18 new heli routes will help connect the hilly areas of the state in addition to 3 new routes on Dehradun-Pithoragarh-Dehradun, Pithoragarh-Hindon-Pithoragarh and Pantnagar-Pithoragarh-Pantnagar sector. The new terminal building is spread across a wide area and will be able to handle 1200 passengers during peak hours by expanding the capacity of airport by eight-fold.

 

 

On this occasion, the dignitaries also flagged off the Helicopter Service on Dehradun-Haldwani-Pantnagar-Pithoragarh-Pantnagar-Haldwani-Dehradun-Sector and Chinyalisaur-Sahastradhara-Chinyalisaur Sector. Helicopter Service will be provided by Pawan Hans and Heritage Aviation respectively. The inauguration of the Heli Routes in Uttarakhand region is in line with the objective of the UDAN scheme of the Ministry of Civil Aviation to enhance the aerial connectivity of hilly areas in the country. 13 more heliports have been identified in Uttarakhand to provide seamless connectivity within the State.

 

Helicopter Summit 2021 with the theme of ‘India@75: Expediting the Growth of Indian Helicopter Industry and Enhancing Air Connectivity’ has provided a platform for stakeholders to exchange their ideas to serve the nation and elevate the helicopter industry globally. Uttarakhand being one of the most pro-active states in the country and known for its efforts in promoting Helicopter industry in India became the obvious choice to host the Heli Shakti event.