Pune: The revamped Solapur airport belonging to the Airports Authority of India will be inaugurated virtually by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday. Air connectivity between Pune and Solapur is also expected to start soon, an official with the Pune airport said. "The existing terminal building has been revamped to have a total area of 1,152 square metres to serve 150 passengers during peak hours and 4.
1 lakh passengers annually. The terminal is equipped with required passenger facilities like two check-in counters, one baggage conveyor belt, and sufficient concessionaire area. The city-side area of the airport is developed for parking 100 cars.
Airside augmentations include the expansion of the apron for four aircraft parking stands for 2 Q-400 and 2 BCH-1900D type of aircraft," a statement issued by the AAI said. The artworks installed inside the terminal building are to glorify and showcase the rich art, architecture, and culture of Solapur city. The paintings at different places showcasing the Lavani dance form, the images of various traditional musical instruments of Maharashtra, and ‘Pandharpur Wari' work are displayed to make the passengers informed and enchanted with the enriched cultural heritage, rooted tradition, and religious beliefs of the city.
"The developed airport would bring a multitude of benefits to the region, both locally and on a broader scale by improving connectivity, making Solapur accessible to tourists, business travellers, and investors," A.