Something us Bangaloreans have been just waiting/expecting to hear: the Economic Times reported yesterday that B'lore's new International airport will not be opening on time, ie on April 1st.
"Citing safety concerns and poor road connectivity from the city to the airport, civil aviation minister Praful Patel has turned down the proposal to open the airport for commercial operations this month.
It is understood that the minister was not convinced by the preparedness of the airport, built by a consortium headed by Siemens. The airport will open only after the ministry is satisfied with the airport's preparedness. Therefore, opening of new Bangalore international airport — located at Devanahalli — is likely to be delayed by a month."
Despite the shambolic nature of the current airport, it's a good thing the new one isn't being rushed open. Now we're waiting to see how long the 'month' will stretch to!
http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/News/News_By_Industry/Transportation/Poor_roads_delay_inauguration_of_Bangalore_airport/articleshow/2853146.cms
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