Bokaro: Deputy Commissioner Ajay Nath Jha chaired a high-level meeting on Wednesday to fast-track the operationalisation of Bokaro Airport. The meeting addressed key issues such as environmental and BCAS security clearances, firefighting arrangements, ambulance availability, installation of high-intensity flash lights on Satnpur hill, and relocation of a nearby meat shop.
The DC set a strict three-month deadline for all departments to complete pending tasks through coordinated efforts. He emphasised that the state government is fully committed to making the airport functional at the earliest and expects swift, result-oriented action.
Ajay Nath Jha stated that the airport’s launch would significantly boost regional connectivity, economic growth, and employment opportunities. He urged departments to maintain regular communication and monitoring for timely execution.
Key administrative officials present included SP Harvinder Singh, DFO Rajnish Kumar, DDC Shatabdi Majumdar, Additional Collector Md. Mumtaz Ansari, SDO Chas Pranjal Dhanda, District Transport Officer Vandana Shejwalkar, and Civil Surgeon.
Senior BSL officials such as Kundan Kumar, CGM (Township), and A.K. Singh, GM, also participated, reflecting strong collaboration between the district administration and Bokaro Steel Plant to push the project forward.