Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Coal and Mines Pralhad Joshi has asked officials of the Airports Authority of India (AAI) to start work to expand the new terminal of the Hubballi Airport by December-end.
Chairing an Airport Advisory Committee meeting in Hubballi on Tuesday, Mr. Joshi said that the Union government has already okayed and released funds for the expansion of the terminal keeping in mind the air traffic demand post 2026.
“Tender worth ₹340 crore is in the final stages and work will start by December-end. The front elevation of the airport should reflect the historical and social background of the region and for the purpose, expert institutions available locally should be consulted,” he said.
