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Madhya Pradesh To Build Helipad Every 45 Km, Airport Every 150 Km Under New Civil Aviation Policy
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday (18 February) announced a major expansion in the state's civil aviation infrastructure.
The state government is planning to construct a ‘pucca’ helipad every 45 km and an airport every 150 km under the newly approved Madhya Pradesh Civil Aviation Policy-2025, reported PTI.
Speaking at a dialogue with industrialists in Indore ahead of the ‘Invest Madhya Pradesh - Global Investors Summit’, scheduled for 24-25 February in Bhopal, Yadav emphasised the state government’s commitment to improving air transport.
The cabinet headed by Yadav on Tuesday approved the Madhya Pradesh Civil Aviation Policy-2025.
"As per the policy, a pucca helipad will be built in every 45 km radius and an airport in every 150 km radius across the state," Yadav was quoted as saying by PTI.
Incentives for New Flight Routes
To attract airlines, the government has introduced financial incentives:
A Rs 7.50 lakh grant will be provided for every new domestic flight connecting Madhya Pradesh to other states.
A Rs 10 lakh grant will be offered for each new international flight launched by aviation companies.
New MSME Policy to Support Small Industries
Alongside the civil aviation policy, the state cabinet also approved the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Development Policy-2025. The policy aims to protect and promote small industries, particularly those investing over Rs 2.50 crore.
Key provisions include:
Equal benefits for private industrial areas: Industrial zones developed by private entrepreneurs will receive the same incentives and facilities as those set up by the government.
Expansion of industrial zones: A metropolitan authority will soon be established to promote industrial development in western Madhya Pradesh, covering 10,000 square km across Indore, Ujjain, Dewas, Dhar, and Shajapur districts.
Infrastructure Development for Simhastha 2028
In preparation for the Simhastha fair in Ujjain in 2028, the state government has allocated 2,300 hectares for religious and community infrastructure.
Various religious groups will be allowed to build permanent Dharamshala, ashrams, and dining halls, ensuring improved facilities for devotees attending this major Hindu pilgrimage event.
