Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman P J Kurien has said that the reservations on the Aranmula airport are just misconceptions. Speaking to reporters here on Wednesday, he said that the project will not be a threat in any way.
“Apprehensions regarding developmental activities are natural since every project has its pros and cons. However, if the advantages far outnumber the disadvantages, we should welcome the developments. The so-called ecological issues being raised by the protestors of Aranmula airport have to be viewed in perspective. People should understand that when calculated, environmental pollution being created by vehicles that ferry passengers from this area to Nedumbasserry or Shankumukham airports, comes out to be much higher than what would be caused by the building of the airport. The airport will, in fact, expedite the development of this area. Tourism will get a major boost in the region, with the iconic Aranmula boat race garnering more audience. Besides, Sabarimala pilgrims will have speedy access to the shrine once the project is implemented,” he said.
27/09/12 New Indian Express/IBN Live
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“Apprehensions regarding developmental activities are natural since every project has its pros and cons. However, if the advantages far outnumber the disadvantages, we should welcome the developments. The so-called ecological issues being raised by the protestors of Aranmula airport have to be viewed in perspective. People should understand that when calculated, environmental pollution being created by vehicles that ferry passengers from this area to Nedumbasserry or Shankumukham airports, comes out to be much higher than what would be caused by the building of the airport. The airport will, in fact, expedite the development of this area. Tourism will get a major boost in the region, with the iconic Aranmula boat race garnering more audience. Besides, Sabarimala pilgrims will have speedy access to the shrine once the project is implemented,” he said.
27/09/12 New Indian Express/IBN Live
