PM Modi Inaugurated the Shivamogga Airport: Here’s What You Need to Know About Karnataka’s Latest Air Hub

On 27th February 2023, PM Modi inaugurated the Shivamogga airport in Karnataka, which is the state’s newest airport. The region expects this airport to boost tourism, trade, and commerce. Here are some key things to know about this airport:

Location:

The Shivamogga airport is located in the Sogane village of the Shivamogga district, which is about 10 kilometers from the city center.

Connectivity:

Roads connect the airport well to nearby towns and cities like Shimoga, Bhadravathi, and Tarikere. It is also located about 280 kilometers from the state capital, Bengaluru. The authorities expect that better connectivity to the region provided by the airport will boost tourism in places like Jog Falls, Kodachadri, and Kuppalli.

Runway:

The airport has a single runway, which is 2,500 meters long and 45 meters wide. It is capable of handling small to medium-sized aircraft like Airbus A320 and Boeing 737.

Terminal:

The airport has a modern terminal building with state-of-the-art facilities like check-in counters, baggage handling systems, and security systems. The terminal can handle up to 300 passengers at a time.

Airlines and destinations:

As of now, the airport is being operated by Air India with flights to Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Mumbai. However, there are plans to introduce more flights and destinations in the near future.

Economic impact:

The Shivamogga airport is expected to have a significant impact on the region’s economy by boosting trade, commerce, and tourism. It expects to create job opportunities and attract more investment in the region.

Inauguration:

PM Modi inaugurated the airport on 27th February 2023. In his speech, the Prime Minister emphasized the importance of connectivity and said that the new airport would help connect the region to the rest of the country and the world.

In conclusion, the Shivamogga airport is a much-needed addition to Karnataka’s aviation infrastructure. It expects to provide better connectivity to the region and boost tourism and economic growth. With more airlines and destinations expected to be added in the future, the airport is poised to become a major hub in southern India.

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