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PALASBARI: Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the upgradation project at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International (LGBI) Airport to enhance the passenger convenience, experience, and ease of travel at a programme held at the premises of LGBI airport here today.
As part of the upgradation of the refreshed terminal, entry lanes have been increased from eight to 14. Moreover, departure lanes have also been increased from three to four, along with four new DigiYatra gates. The security check-in area expanded from 300 to 450 sq.m., with added screening queues and new furniture. A 140-metre architectural wall was constructed, along with 300 sq. m. of new gardens. The refreshed terminal also featured upgraded retail, food, and recreational facilities for a more comfortable travel experience.
Dr. Sarma said that the entire work has been planned and executed in two months to promote LGBI airport and welcome all the delegates for Advantage Assam 2.0 in a decked-up environment. He also expressed hope that the new terminal being constructed at the LGBI Airport will also be completed in the last part of the current year. He also said that the LGBI airport, with its new terminal, once it becomes fully operational, will become an important centre of the gateway of Southeast Asian nations.
Water Resources, etc., Minister Pijush Hazarika, Chief Airport Officer Ashwin Naronha, and a host of other dignitaries were present on the occasion.
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