Centre reviews proposal for four new airports in West Bengal

The Ministry of Civil Aviation has taken up a study of the West Bengal government's plan to construct four new airports across the state. Officials said the assessment will consider factors such as location suitability, projected passenger traffic, and alignment with the national regional connectivity scheme. If approved, the airports are expected to enhance air links for underserved districts, promote tourism and trade, and support the government's broader infrastructure agenda. The review is ongoing and no timeline for a final decision has been announced yet.