DIMAPUR: Advisor for Airways and Railways, A. Pongshi Phom, visited Dimapur Railway Station and Dimapur Airport on July 20 to review the progress of ongoing infrastructure projects and deliberate on issues requiring coordinated intervention for their development.
According to DIPR report, earlier in the day, Pongshi chaired a review meeting at Dimapur Railway Station on matters relating to the proposed Modern Railway Station under Phase I. He reviewed the progress of construction works and developmental activities, and took stock of issues requiring attention. He was accompanied by Additional Secretary, A.I.R. Cell, Transport Department, Thsuvisie Phoji; DC Dimapur, Dr. Tinojongshi Chang; OSD Transport Department (A.I.R. Cell), M. Ababe Ezung; railway officials and members of the district administration.
Later, the advisor visited Dimapur Airport, where he held a review meeting with officials of the Airports Authority of India (AAI) to assess the status of the airport’s development and deliberate on issues affecting its expansion. The meeting was attended by Airport Director, AAI Dimapur Airport, Moa Pongen, along with officials of AAI and the State Government.
Addressing the officials, Phom said the purpose of his visit was to understand the issues firsthand and explore ways in which the State Government could extend support. Stating that Nagaland has only one airport, he emphasised the need for the State Government and AAI to work hand in hand to expedite the airport’s development. He assured that concerns and suggestions raised during the meeting would be examined and taken up with the concerned authorities for follow up.
During the meeting, APD Moa Pongen presented a brief history of Dimapur Airport and highlighted the status of ongoing development. He sought continued support of the State Government in resolving the pending land issue and extending assistance in meeting basic requirements necessary for expansion.
The meeting also deliberated on issues relating to land acquisition, waterlogging, garbage disposal, runway development and overall airport infrastructure. Suggestions were exchanged on addressing challenges and ensuring better coordination among departments to facilitate the airport’s growth.
