Rs.170cr Tezu linked to three routes – Delhi, Jorahat and Rupsi
Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya M Scindia has inaugurated the newly developed infrastructure of Tezu Airport in Arunachal Pradesh on 24 Sept 2023, which is designed to operate for ATR 72 type of aircraft on a single runway.
The 212-acre domestic airport costs Rs.170 crore, including the extension of the runway (1500m x 30m) and the construction two aprons of a new apron, a new terminal building and a fire station cum ATC Tower.
The Minister also announced three direct routes from Itanagar under the UDAN 5.0 scheme: Itanagar to Delhi, Itanagar to Jorahat, and Itanagar to Rupsi which will be operationalised soon.
Tezu airport has been operational since 2018.
Salient Features of Terminal Building
Terminal Area: 4000 Sqm.
Peak Hour Serving Capacity: 300 passengers.
Check-in Counters: 05 + (03 in future)
Arrival Carrousels 02
Aircraft Parking Bays: 02 – ATR-72 type of aircraft.
Sustainability Features:
Double Insulated Roofing System.
Energy Efficient HVAC & lighting system.
Low Heat Gain Glazing.
ECBC-compliant equipment.
Solid Waste Management System.
Re-use of treated water for flushing and horticulture purposes.
Rainwater Harvesting Integrated with Sustainable Urban Drainage System.
Use of Efficient Water Fixtures.
Benefits of the project
Expansion of airport capacity to handle more traffic.
Ensure better connectivity of the northeastern region with the rest of the country.
Boost tourism, trade, and employment generation.
Promote infrastructure development & economic growth of the region.
Tezu is a small town located on the banks of the Lohit River and is the headquarters of Lohit District of Arunachal Pradesh. The town is known for its scenic beauty, with lush green forests and rolling hills all around. Fiinews.com
