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Sikkim MP Calls for In‑Depth Safety Audit of Pakyong Airport
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 03 Oct 2026, 11:36 PM
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A member of Parliament from Sikkim has urged authorities to conduct a comprehensive safety study of Pakyong Airport.
Sikkim's elected representative has formally requested a detailed safety assessment of Pakyong Airport, the state's only commercial airfield. The MP highlighted the need for a thorough review to ensure that the airport meets all operational and security standards.
The call was made during a recent parliamentary session, where the member emphasized that a comprehensive study would help identify any infrastructural or procedural gaps. The request aims to prompt the aviation authorities and the airport operator to commission an independent audit.
If approved, the safety study could lead to recommendations for upgrades or procedural changes, enhancing passenger confidence and aligning the airport with national aviation safety norms.
The call was made during a recent parliamentary session, where the member emphasized that a comprehensive study would help identify any infrastructural or procedural gaps. The request aims to prompt the aviation authorities and the airport operator to commission an independent audit.
If approved, the safety study could lead to recommendations for upgrades or procedural changes, enhancing passenger confidence and aligning the airport with national aviation safety norms.