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Madhya Pradesh to Build 10 New Airports and Helipads in All 230 Assembly Seats
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 07 Oct 2026, 03:36 AM
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The Madhya Pradesh government has announced a plan to construct ten new airports and install helipads in each of the state's 230 assembly constituencies.
The state government of Madhya Pradesh unveiled an infrastructure programme that will see ten new airports operational across the region in the coming years. The initiative aims to improve air connectivity for both commercial and regional traffic, supporting economic growth and tourism.
In parallel, the plan includes the construction of helipads in all 230 legislative assembly seats, ensuring rapid aerial access for officials, emergency services, and disaster response teams. The helipad network is expected to complement the larger airport project by providing last‑mile connectivity.
The scheme is part of a broader effort by the state to modernise transport infrastructure and attract investment. Funding details and timelines for individual airports have not been disclosed, but officials indicated that the projects will be rolled out in phases.
Stakeholders, including local businesses and civil aviation authorities, have welcomed the announcement, citing potential benefits such as job creation, reduced travel time, and enhanced regional integration.
Implementation will be overseen by the state’s Department of Infrastructure Development, which will coordinate with the Airports Authority of India and other relevant agencies to ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
In parallel, the plan includes the construction of helipads in all 230 legislative assembly seats, ensuring rapid aerial access for officials, emergency services, and disaster response teams. The helipad network is expected to complement the larger airport project by providing last‑mile connectivity.
The scheme is part of a broader effort by the state to modernise transport infrastructure and attract investment. Funding details and timelines for individual airports have not been disclosed, but officials indicated that the projects will be rolled out in phases.
Stakeholders, including local businesses and civil aviation authorities, have welcomed the announcement, citing potential benefits such as job creation, reduced travel time, and enhanced regional integration.
Implementation will be overseen by the state’s Department of Infrastructure Development, which will coordinate with the Airports Authority of India and other relevant agencies to ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.