Who inaugurated the first Greenfield airport in Arunachal Pradesh -the Donyi Polo Airport at Itanagar on 19th Nov 2022?

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Amit Shah

Kiren Rijiju

Narendra Modi

Pema Khandu

Correct Answer : Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday(19th Nov 2022) inaugurated the first Greenfield airport in Arunachal Pradesh - the "Donyi Polo Airport" - 25km away from Itanagar. A greenfield airport is one which is built from scratch on a new (undeveloped) site.

The airport is expected to play a major role in improving connectivity and will also contribute to the growth of trade and tourism in the region, Dilip Sajnani, Director of Airport Authority of India told.

The Donyi Polo Airport, Itanagar will be inaugurated. This is the 1st greenfield airport in the state. Commerce and connectivity will gain immensely from this project,” PM Modi tweeted on Friday evening.

5 points on Arunachal's 1st Greenfield Airport

1. The airport has been developed in an area of over 690 acres at a cost of more than â‚¹640 crore. It has a 2,300 m long runway and is well-suited for all-weather day operations, as per a government statement.

2. The name of the airport reflects the traditions and rich cultural heritage of Arunachal Pradesh and the age-old indigenous reverence to the Sun ('Donyi') and the Moon ('Polo') in the state, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) highlighted in the release ahead of the launch.

3. The airport terminal is a modern building, which promotes energy efficiency, renewable energy and recycling of resources. The terminal at Hollongi has been constructed approximately at a cost of â‚¹955 crore over an area of 4,100 sq m and has a peak handling capacity of 200 passengers per hour.

4. The Donyi Polo Airport is the fourth operational airport in Arunachal Pradesh, PM Modi said during the launch event. "Seven airports have been developed since 2014," PM Modi said during the inauguration.

5. The foundation stone for this airport was laid by PM Modi in 2019.

Launch of 600 MW Kameng Hydro Power Station

Meanwhile, the launch event also witnessed PM Modi dedicating 600 MW Kameng Hydro Power Station to the nation. The power station has been developed at a cost of more than â‚¹8,450 crore and the project aims to turn Arunachal Pradesh into a power surplus state. The project is in line with India's commitment to move towards green energy initiatives and will also benefit the National Grid in terms of grid stability and integration..

Source : Hindustan Times

Published On : November 19, 2022

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Published On : May 8, 2024

Q .

In which state was the 'School on Wheels' initiative launched on 5th May 2024?

Manipur

Assam

Gujarat

Himachal Pradesh

Correct Answer : Option (A) - Manipur

Manipur government launched the "School on Wheels" initiative aiming to impart education to students sheltered in relief camps in the state following the year long ethnic strife in the state. The state government has closed schools and colleges following the severe hailstorm on Sunday (5th May 2024).

Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey on Sunday (5th May 2024) launched the "School on Wheels" initiative.

The initiative, inaugurated by Governor Anusuiya Uikey, entails a mobile educational setup equipped with a library, computers, and sports items, accompanied by a teacher, to visit various camps.

Addressing Educational Needs Amidst Crisis :

The “School on Wheels” initiative addresses the educational gap caused by the year-long ethnic conflict and subsequent displacement, particularly impacting the student population of Manipur. Governor Uikey emphasizes the significance of reaching out to students in relief camps and providing them with essential education during this challenging period.

Empathy and Support for Displaced Individuals :

Acknowledging the plight of displaced individuals, Governor Uikey expresses her empathy and pledges support by directing the state authorities to facilitate a process for the permanent settlement of those residing in relief camps. This comprehensive approach aims to not only provide immediate educational support but also work towards long-term solutions for the affected communities.

Published On : May 8, 2024

Q .

Who has been appointed as the MD and CEO of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank with effect from 1 July 2024?

Abhinav Saini

Abhishek Kapoor

Ajay Kumar Sinha

Sanjeev Nautiyal

Correct Answer : Option (D) - Sanjeev Nautiyal

Ujjivan Small Finance Bank said that Reserve bank of India (RBI) has approved the appointment of Sanjeev Nautiyal as the managing director (MD) & chief executive officer (CEO) of the bank for the period of 3 years with effect from 1 July 2024.

He will join the Bank much prior to his taking charge as the MD & CEO and be designated as the President in the interim.

Sanjeev Nautiyal holds a Bachelors degree in Arts and a Masters degree in Business Administration. He is also a Certified Associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers. He is a banker with over three decades of extensive strategic domain expertise in retail, SME, financial inclusion, operations, HR, international banking, and treasury.

Published On : May 8, 2024