PM calls for ‘International Buddhist Circuit’ for benefits of civil aviation sector
The 2nd Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference on Civil Aviation has formally adopted the Delhi Declaration, a comprehensive framework aimed at enhancing regional cooperation, addressing emerging challenges, and fostering sustainable growth within the civil aviation sector.The two-day conference ended with Prime Minister Narendra Modi announcing unanimous passing of the Delhi Declaration.
The conference, held 11-12 Sept, also heard Prime Minister Modi’s views on the industry as he shared the technological and infrastructural advancements made by India in the sector with the top civil aviation leaders of the Asia-pacific region.
He spoke about the transformation in the aviation sector in India, and stressed that India has become aviation inclusive.
Highlighting the crucial role of the civil aviation sector, he said, “If we could connect all the holy places related to Lord Buddha across Asia and create an ‘International Buddhist Circuit’, it will benefit the civil aviation sector, the travellers, related countries and their economies as well.
The conference saw the participation of delegates from 29 countries, ministers and policy makers, and 8 International Organizations including the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) which celebrated its 80 years of operations as part of the conference.
The Ministry of Civil Aviation and ICAO hosted the conference in New Delhi. Fiinews.com
