Residents of Bhadradri Kothagudem district may soon have better air connectivity. A proposed airport project has moved forward after the selection of a suitable location.
The Centre has given approval for an airport at Sujathanagar, where around 667 acres have been identified for the project.
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has reportedly informed the Telangana government about the selection. Officials surveyed six locations before choosing Sujathanagar based on land availability, runway requirements, nearby forests and flood-related conditions.
The proposed airport is expected to improve connectivity to Kothagudem and nearby areas, including the Singareni region and Bhadrachalam.
The next stage will involve land acquisition and other development-related work by the State government.
The project is expected to support regional connectivity and create new opportunities for travel and economic development in the district.
