Deadline to clear Birsa Munda airport skyline

Ranchi: Concerned over aircraft touchdown perils, the district administration has decided to crack down on buildings flouting the vertical limit set for high-rises around Birsa Munda Airport.
In a public notice today, it asked 56 high-rises, found violating the Aircraft Act of 1934, to reduce height. Owners have been given a December 30 deadline. Sources said the administration has asked all buildings to bring down their height to 35ft. In case a building fails to adhere to the guideline, the administration not only plans to demolish the extra floors but also make the owners bear the expenses.
The list of violators is not just long, but also intimidating because it includes several influential leaders and businessmen of the capital. It includes luxury hotels, big business establishments as well as former rural development minister Anosh Ekka the private residence at Hinoo.
While some humble buildings such as Shanti Cloth Store, Kishore Shoe House and Smart Furniture — all situated at Birsa Chowk — may face the demolition drive, a handful of high-rises have been excused for reasons unknown.
Though the airport act is in force for all buildings within a 20km radius, the list issued by the district administration names only those situated in and around Birsa and Hinoo Chowk, which are within a kilometre. Some important buildings named as violators are Hotel Crown Plaza (near Hinoo Chowk), Sri Olex Apartment (Airport Road), New Construction (near Eylex theatre in Hinoo), Eylex and Reliance Fresh buildings among others.
23/12/08 The Telegraph

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Categories: Airports Dec 2008