Fixed-wing air service to connect Arunachal Pradesh district

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ITANAGAR: Fixed-wing aircraft under the Centre's Udan scheme will soon operate at the picturesque Mechukha valley in the Shi-Yomi district of Arunachal Pradesh in the line of Pasighat, Tezu and Ziro, facilitating uninterrupted and easy movement of people.

An Advance Landing Ground (ALG) is coming up at Mechukha.

State Assembly Speaker PD Sona, who represents the Mechukha constituency, on Wednesday held a meeting with the officials of Indian Air Force (IAF) and officials of the Shi-Yomi district administration here and discussed various issues pertaining to the ALG and civil terminal, a communiqué informed.

Emphasizing the importance of air service in the remote district bordering China, Sona said that once operational, the ALG would not only benefit the people of the district but also the tourists who want to visit the enchanting land of Mechukha valley.

Stating that proper coordination between the civil administration and IAF is very crucial for safety and security and dual utilization of the ALG, Sona suggested that the IAF should always get in touch with the administration for any kind of assistance or to sort out issues. He, however, urged the IAF authorities to give early clearance for construction of the entry and exit gates at the civil terminal so that fixed-wing civil air services can be started for the greater interest of the people of the district.

The Speaker also suggested construction of proper inlet and outlet for free-flow of water, preventing inundation and flooding of the ALG and nearby areas during the monsoon season, the communiqué added.

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