Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy emphasised the need for a well-designed airport to transform Warangal into a mega city.
Chairing a review meeting on land acquisition and related plans for Warangal’s Mamunur Airport at the ICCC on Thursday night, the Chief Minister highlighted the importance of prioritising the airport’s development to attract international investments, an official statement said.
Revanth Reddy noted that several countries, including South Korea, consider airport infrastructure as a key factor in their investment decisions. He stressed that Warangal airport should be equipped to attract investments in industries such as textiles, IT, and pharmaceuticals, envisioning Warangal as a city on par with Hyderabad.
The Chief Minister advised officials to take inspiration from Kochi Airport, known for its comprehensive facilities. He directed that the upcoming Warangal Outer Ring Road and radial roads be connected to the airport for seamless access.
Revanth Reddy also called for road infrastructure development to link Warangal airport with the surrounding districts of Khammam, Karimnagar, and Nalgonda. He noted that the airport would also serve tourists visiting Medaram Jatara, Laknavaram, Ramappa Temple, and other destinations.
State Ministers Komatireddy Venkat Reddy and Konda Surekha, along with key officials, including Chief Minister’s Advisor Vem Narender Reddy, MLA K Jayveer Reddy, Government Advisor (Infrastructure) Srinivasa Raju, Principal Secretary Shanthi Kumari, R&B Special Chief Secretary Vikas Raj, Warangal Collector Satya Sarada, and Warangal RDO Satya Pal Reddy, participated in the meeting.
