Migratory birds pose huge risk to flights, says wildlife body, rejects greenfield international airport plan in Puri
The Hindu·3h ago·Neutral
What Happened
The Wildlife Institute of India rejected a proposed greenfield international airport in Puri, stating migratory birds pose significant flight risks. The site's proximity to Chilika Lake, a Ramsar wetland, raises environmental concerns. The Odisha government sought the 471.401-hectare airport to expand aviation capacity beyond Bhubaneswar's airport. The Civil Aviation Ministry had already issued site clearance certificates.
Key Entities
Wildlife Institute of IndiaShree Jagannath International AirportPuriChilika LakeOdisha governmentBiju Patnaik International AirportBhubaneswarMinistry of Civil AviationSipasurubali village