August 25th 2025.
In a recent conference for Civil Aviation in Bhubaneswar, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi made an exciting announcement. His government plans to launch a cadet pilot programme aimed at training tribal girls to become pilots. This initiative will be implemented under the state's flagship program, B-MAAN. As per the plan, 10 to 15 tribal girls will receive comprehensive theoretical and practical pilot training every year for the next five years, free of cost.
During his address, Majhi also shared other developments in the aviation sector in Odisha. He mentioned the construction of a world-class international airport in Puri, which will serve as a spiritual and cultural gateway for millions of Jagannath devotees from all over the world. The expansion of Jharsuguda airport is also in the works, and in the past 14 months, 15 new destinations have been connected to Odisha's airports under the new government's leadership.
Majhi highlighted his government's focus on skill development in the aviation industry. He revealed that plans are underway to establish a state-of-the-art aviation training center in Birasal, Dhenkanal district, which will further propel Odisha's progress in this field. The government also aims to introduce a progressive land allotment policy for airports in the state, enabling activities such as flying training, UAV training, and air sports.
The chief minister also shared the government's plans to develop 14 non-functional airstrips into airports and to set up 15 heliports in districts without airports. He praised the transformative initiatives like UDAN that have opened new doors for the eastern region and made aviation accessible to all. Majhi emphasized that aviation is not just about airports and air services but also about connecting people with opportunities and strengthening the economy. He believes that this will lead to a developed India by 2047.
In addition, the government also signed agreements with Air Works to establish an MRO facility for aircraft and create skill development and job opportunities for the youth of Odisha. These new developments in the aviation sector hold great potential for the state and its people, and the government is committed to realizing these opportunities and making Odisha a hub of progress and development.
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