Reported by Avik Chakraborty
Dibrugarh: The Indian aviation sector has recorded significant growth over the last twelve years, with an increase in the number of operational airports and expansion of regional connectivity.
During this period, the number of operational airports in the country has nearly doubled, while airports have upgraded passenger facilities, safety, security and operational infrastructure.
Assam’s Dibrugarh Airport has also undergone significant infrastructure expansion and modernisation over the last twelve years.
The developments include the extension of its runway, enhancement of airside infrastructure, installation of navigational aids, improvement in connectivity and addition of passenger amenities.
Dibrugarh Airport will observe Yatri Suvidha Diwas on June 15 to commemorate developments at the airport over the past twelve years, informed Bangajit Saha, Airport Director.
The programme will begin with a collective rendition of Vande Mataram at 9:00 am, followed by a cleanliness drive and the felicitation of housekeeping personnel.
Banners and posters showcasing developments at the airport over the last twelve years will be displayed across the terminal. Departing passengers will be greeted with a traditional tilak and presented with chocolates as part of the programme.
The event will also feature a Bihu dance performance by local schoolchildren, an aviation quiz competition for passengers, selfie points, distribution of plant saplings to arriving passengers, and a free medical and eye-screening camp for passengers, airport staff and drivers.
Saha said the celebrations are intended to acknowledge the contributions of passengers, stakeholders and airport personnel, while providing an overview of developments at Dibrugarh Airport and its role in supporting tourism, trade and connectivity in the region.