Plan panel recommends cargo villages around major airports

New Delhi: In line with the international practice, the Planning Commission has recommended the setting up of dedicated air cargo villages, which can boost the economy and generate employment opportunities. These cargo villages, which could be planned around major airports, will entail the establishment of an integrated cargo infrastructure, according to a recent integrated logistics report prepared by the panel. The cargo villages are designed as a one-stop solution, providing forward and backward linkages, so as to give a thrust to the cargo industry.
For the creation and development of such villages, the plan panel has recommended demarcation of land within the international airports. “Where land is not available within the airport premises, off-airport air cargo village facilities can be developed,” said the report. The commerce department or customs should frame standard guidelines, similar to inland container depots, to facilitate private participation.
01/05/09 Smita Aggarwal/Indian Express

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Categories: Airports Jun 2009, Cargo Jun 2009