Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav said that considering the geographical location and developed infrastructure of Madhya Pradesh, there is every possibility of Madhya Pradesh becoming an air cargo hub like Delhi. He said that Madhya Pradesh is located in the heart (centre) of India. He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a dense network of railways, metro, and expressways has been laid in the State. Now air transport and cargo facilities are being expanded in the State. There is a possibility of cargo in all seven airports in the State. These views were expressed by the CM in the annual Conclave-2024 of Air Cargo Forum India. CM said that Madhya Pradesh is the only State where inter-state air service has been started.

 

PM Shri Air Ambulance service has been started in the State, in which apart from able-bodied persons, Ayushman card holders are also being benefited. Helicopter service has also been started to promote tourism in the State. From this point of view, adequate infrastructure is developed in the State for air transportation as well as air cargo. He said that the construction of a cargo hub in the State will help explore the resources of the state, promoting trade and increasing employment opportunities. To make Madhya Pradesh a business centre in the future, a desk named ‘Future Ready Madhya Pradesh’ has also been prepared. The pace of economic growth of the state is more than 20 per cent and the rate of agricultural development is 25 per cent. In the state budget presented yesterday, 16 per cent more allocation has been made as compared to the previous budget.

 

Chief Minister Dr Yadav said that products worth 6 billion dollars are transported through air cargo in Madhya Pradesh. He said that from this point of view, there is immense potential for the air cargo industry in Madhya Pradesh. Chief Minister Dr. Yadav invited the air cargo industry to participate in the development of the State and invest in MP. He released a book named ‘Skilling Manual’ published by Air Cargo Forum India. He also honoured the leaders of Air Cargo Forum India Task Pillars: Skill Development, Knowledge and Research, Digital Automation, Go Green, Domestic Air Cargo, Process Simplification, Branding, Policy Advocacy, and Event Management for their excellent performance.