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MoCA_GoI
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The GOI has announced a uniform Integrated Goods & Services Tax (IGST) rate of 5% for all aircraft parts, effective July 15, 2024. This policy adjustment is anticipated to significantly enhance the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) sector and the broader aviation industry.
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We intend to help, but we are busy providing affordable air travel to India. #SabUdenSabJuden
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@amazonIN iPad Pro 11 inch was never of Rs 1,76,900. @MoCA_GoI pl take action for unfair trade practices
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Drones offer tremendous benefits to many sectors of the economy like agriculture, mining, infrastructure, surveillance, defence, law enforcement etc. Drones can be significant creators of employment & economic growth owing to their reach, versatility & ease of use. #PLIforDrones
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DGCA has taken the decision to ground the Boeing 737-MAX planes immediately. These planes will be grounded till appropriate modifications and safety measures are undertaken to ensure their safe operations. (1/2)
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The first commercial flight under #UDAN landed at the #PakyongAirport , Sikkim from Kolkata. It received a water cannon salute by the @AAI_Official team. Built at 4500 feet height, this Airport provides easy access to the stunning mountain peaks, glaciers, lakes & more of the NE.
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All domestic and international scheduled Airlines operations shall remain suspended till 11.59 pm of 3rd May 2020.
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The new integrated terminal building at #ChennaiAirport , spanning an area of 2,20,972 sqm., is set to cater to the growing air traffic in the state of Tamil Nadu. It’s also a reflection of the govt.’s commitment towards providing high-quality infrastructure to travellers. (1/3)
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The unfortunate plane crash that has just occurred in Afghanistan is neither an Indian Scheduled Aircraft nor a Non Scheduled (NSOP)/Charter aircraft. It is a Moroccan registered small aircraft. More details are awaited.
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MoCA along with the entire Civil Aviation fraternity welcomes Sh #JyotiradityaScindia Ji @JM_Scindia as Union Minister of Civil Aviation and Gen. V.K Singh Ji @Gen_VKSingh as Minister of State for Civil Aviation. We look forward to working under their leadership. #Govt4Growth
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The RCS- #UDAN scheme by the GoI, launched in 2016, stands as a flagship initiative to boost regional & remote air connectivity. Through 5 rounds & 6 sub-rounds of bidding, it has been instrumental in developing airstrips/helipads and operationalizing them via RCS Routes. (1/2)
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We have received requests from concerned authorities in several countries including US, France, Germany among others requesting that their air carriers be allowed to participate in transportation of passengers along the line being conducted by Air India under Vande Bharat Mission
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Spectacular Indian Airports! Agatti Island Airport of Lakshadweep has one of the most beautiful airport runway in India. Located on end of Agatti Island in the west coast of India, it is the sole airstrip in India which lies on the group of island in the Laccadive Sea.
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Hon'ble Union Minister of Civil Aviation and Steel, @JM_Scindia , & Hon'ble MoS, Civil Aviation, @Gen_VKSingh (Retd.) inaugurated SpiceJet flights from Ayodhya today, in the esteemed presence of Hon'ble CM of Uttar Pradesh @myogiadityanath & Secretary MoCA, Vumlunmang Vualnam.
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Embracing new horizons in 2021, Bareilly Airport in Uttar Pradesh took flight under the RCS- #UDAN Scheme. Unveiling a new chapter of connectivity, Bareilly Airport symbolizes progress, accessibility, and economic development in the heart of Uttar Pradesh.
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Newly appointed HMCA, Sh @JM_Scindia ji chaired a meeting to review the ongoing work in MoCA and discussed the way forward. Sh @Gen_VKSingh ji, MoS, MoCA, along with all the senior officials were also present during the meeting.
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Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi will inaugurate & lay foundation stones for 15 airport projects valued at Rs 9800 crore. #15Airports Read more at
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UDAN is bridging skies, connecting lives in the Northeast! With 5 successful bidding rounds, 68 operational routes & strategic connections, UDAN unleashed seamless travel across Northeast States. Last Mile Connectivity achieved, barriers down & wheels up for accessible aviation!
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Embark on a journey where passion & innovation soar high! Join Wings India 2024, a revolutionary showcase shaping the future of aerospace. Experience the pulse of industry through exhibitions, CEO forums, awards, conferences, static displays & media conferences. #WingsIndia2024
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Considering the prevailing situation in UK. Govt. of India has decided that all flights originating from UK to India to be suspended till 31st December 2020 (23.59 hours).
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Hon'ble Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Shri @JM_Scindia , along with MoS, Civil Aviation, Gen. @Gen_VKSingh (Retd.) and Secretary MoCA, Shri. Vumlunmang Vualnam, inaugurated the Akasa flight route linking Gwalior and Ahmedabad today.
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Guess the Airport! The happiness lies in watching the plane, This airport was built by flattening the top of a mountain! #Airport #aviation #aviationdaily #aviationphotography #mountains #aviationlovers
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This is not correct. All three Operational Runways at Delhi Airport including a CAT III runway were handling flight operations as per their capabilities yesterday, however, with reduced capacity due to intense fog.
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Headline : The mess at Delhi airport with a sleeping @DGCAIndia and @JM_Scindia Delhi airport has 4 runways, guess how many are operational ? One. Yes. And guess what, the operational runway does not have CAT 3, so cannot operate in fog. No flights took off for 5 hours. Why?1/4
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Saviour in the skies! Salutations and commendations to the @airindiain team, led by Capt Amitabh Singh, Director Ops, Air India, that flew into the epicentre of the Corona virus epidemic to evacuate fellow Indians. Kudos to everyone involved in the operation!
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Wish to commend generous offer by @airvistara to Govt Organisations and Hospitals in immediate need of air logistics. They’ve also offered to fly Doctors & Nurses representing Govt organisations, free of cost, across the domestic network. Let’s fight the pandemic together!
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Guess the Airport! Runway that’s located within the deep valley with peaks that are thousands of feet higher! #Airport #aviation #aviationdaily #aviationphotography #aviationlovers #Quiz #Guess #photography #photooftheday #PhotographyIsArt
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As always, passenger safety remains our top priority. We continue to consult closely with regulators around the world, airlines, and aircraft manufacturers to ensure passenger safety. (2/2)
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Attention International Travellers! @MoHFW_INDIA has issued fresh guidelines for arriving international passengers in supersession of guidelines issued on the subject dated 24th May 2020. These will be operational from 0001 Hrs, 8th August 2020.
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Attention Travellers! All international passengers arriving in India post 23:59 hrs on 22nd February may refer to the algorithm below.
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Now all states are on the aerial connectivity map by virtue of #UDAN . #UdanUtsav
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There are reports in the media regarding the SOP issued by MoCA for restarting of aviation post lockdown. It is clarified that suggestions were sought on a draft discussion paper from airlines & airports. The suggestions have now been received. The final SOP is yet to be issued.
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Guess the Airport! Capture best panoramic shots, An airport located off the coast! #Airport #aviation #aviationdaily #aviationphotography #aviationlovers
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Sample for COVID-19 test have to be taken within 96 hrs of boarding. If passengers do not get the certificate before boarding, they can show it on arrival. However, they can apply for exemption online & upload proof of test mentioning that they are waiting for result to arrive.
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This is not correct. All three Operational Runways at Delhi Airport including a CAT III runway were handling flight operations as per their capabilities yesterday, however, with reduced capacity due to intense fog.
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Rajdeep Sardesai
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Reality check: many passengers in Delhi stuck at airport for hours on end today because of fog, many stuck inside the plane for 2-3 hours. Why? Four runways, only one operational which does not have CAT 3. Shouldn’t these ‘real’ issues be prioritised if India wants to move to
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“हमारा संकल्प है कि 2024-25 तक देश में कुल 220 हवाईअड्डे और 1,000 नए #UDAN फ्लाइट रूट संचालित करेंगे - वर्तमान में 141 हवाईअड्डे और उड़ान के 423 रूट क्रियाशील है”- HMCA Sh @JM_Scindia #JoharModiJi #DeogharAirport
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MoCA has noted that airlines are now charging for web check-in for all seats. We are reviewing these fees to see whether they fall within the unbundled pricing framework.
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The Ministry of Civil Aviation clarifies that so far no decision has been taken to open domestic or international operations. Airlines are advised to open their bookings only after a decision in this regard is taken by the Government.
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Drones can revolutionise the farming industry through need-based precise & focused application of crop inputs to enhance the use efficiency & farmer safety while lowering the cost. Take a look at how @garuda_india is using drones in the agri sector #DroneRevolutionBegins
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Spectacular Indian Airports! Lengpui Airport in Mizoram is surrounded by lush green mountains in North East and several mountain water streams running underneath the airport, which add to its beauty.
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Officers of the Ministry of Civil Aviation who attended the Parliamentary Standing Committee meeting on 18/3/20 and came in close proximity with referred Hon’ble Member of Parliament have gone into self quarantine from Friday evening as a precautionary measure.
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@MoCA_GoI
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MoS(I/C) Civil Aviation, Shri @HardeepSPuri will answer your questions about domestic & international flying in the times of COVID19 during a Facebook Live session from 1-3pm on Saturday 23rd May 2020. Send in your questions using #AskHardeepPuri
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Setting a stellar example, HMCA, Sh @JM_Scindia along with MoCA officials participated in a cleanliness drive giving strength to PM, Sh @narendramodi 's noble & ambitious Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan. #SwachhBharat
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Bareilly to Fly High! HMCA, Sh @JM_Scindia Ji along with MoS, General (Retd.) Dr. @Gen_VKSingh Ji, and Sh @santoshgangwar Ji, Member of Parliament, Bareilly, today flagged off the new flight under #UDAN connecting Bareilly with Mumbai in a virtual ceremony. #SabUdenSabJuden
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Under the chairmanship of the Hon’ble Minister of Civil Aviation, Sh @JM_Scindia , MoCA has formed three advisory groups comprising Airlines, Airport Operators and MRO, Cargo Carriers, FTOs & Ground Handling companies.
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Attention Passengers! To reduce the risk of importation of mutant strains of SARS-CoV-2, SOP for International Passengers arriving in India have been updated in supersession of all guidelines on the subject since 2 Aug20. The new SOP will be in effect on 23:59 hrs on 22nd Feb,21
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HMCA, Sh @JM_Scindia along with Sh @KTRTRS , Minister of Municipal Administration & Urban Development, Telangana launched the ‘Medicine from the Sky’ initiative in partnership with @wef , @NITIAayog , & HealthNet Global. Senior officials from MoCA & Telangana govt were also present
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Proud moment for MOCA. Its tableau made maiden appearance at #73rdRepublicDay Parade in front of Sh @JM_Scindia Ms @ushapadhee1996 and other snr. officials. The concept of UDAN- UdeDeshKaAamNagrik was depicted through song and performance of artists accompanying the tableau.(1/2)
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MoCA_GoI
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From rolling out the #DroneRules on Aug 25, to giving the requisite fiscal push on Sept 15 - all in a span of 3 weeks - the government has truly kickstarted a revolution that will reap massive dividends for India in the near future. All thanks to Hon'ble PM, Sh @narendramodi .
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HMCA, Sh @JM_Scindia , MOS, MOCA, Sh @Gen_VKSingh along with Sh @ChouhanShivraj , CM, Madhya Pradesh virtually flagged off 6 flights on the Gwalior-Indore route, Gwalior-Delhi route & Air India's Indore-Dubai route. #SabUdenSabJuden
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After several rounds of engagement with the project proponent- KSIDC/Government of Kerala, MoCA has granted Site Clearance for a Greenfield Airport project at Kottayam (Sabarimala) which will enhance connectivity and development in the region. (1/2)
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Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Hon'ble Minister of State for Civil Aviation (Independent charge) on assumption of charge of Civil Aviation was welcomed by Shri Pradeep Singh Kharola Secretary Civil Aviation and other senior officials.
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In the next 3 years, the 120 Cr scheme will help bring investments worth Rs 5,000 crores in the manufacturing segment, and employment for nearly 10,000 people: HMCA, Sh @JM_Scindia #PLIforDrones
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सरकार ने ड्रोन उत्पादन से जुड़ी योजना को मंजूरी दी इस योजना का प्रभाव किस तरह आपके व्यवसाय पर पड़ेगा यह जानने के लिए 6 अक्टूबर को YouTube लाइव चैट में @JM_Scindia और टीम से जुड़ें। केवल 5 दिन बांकी अपने प्रश्न कमेंट में लिखें जिसका जवाब श्री सिंधिया लाइव चैट में देंगे #AskScindia
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With domestic flights all set to start operations from 25th May, here are some guidelines for all passengers. These guidelines should be followed by passenger while heading towards airports. #WeShallOvercome #IndiaFightsCorona
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Pvt Airlines will have significant participation in Phase-4 of VBM. Among others, @IndiGo6E will operate 238 flights from Qatar & 219 flights from Kuwait; while @goairlinesindia will operate 41 flights from Kuwait. Number of pvt carriers, flights & destinations likely to increase
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Attention Travellers! Travelling to Andaman and Nicobar Island? Take a look at the latest State-wise Quarantine Guidelines. Take all the necessary precautions and measures and be a #COVID_Hero #TravelSafeTravelMindfully
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हमारा लक्ष्य: सर्वोत्तम सेवा प्रदान करना! वाराणसी हवाई अड्डे की भव्यता पर टिप्पणी करते भारतीय योग को विश्व भर में प्रख्यात करने वाले बाबा रामदेव। #SabUdenSabJuden
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Welcome Alliance Air's new ATR 42-600 - a 48-seater airplane that will help in connecting metro cities to smaller airports situated in the higher regions of India. Connecting lives by covering miles under #UDAN . #SabUdenSabJuden
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HMCA Shri @JM_Scindia , HMoSCA Shri @Gen_VKSingh , Shri Rajiv Bansal, Secretary-MoCA, Smt. @ushapadhee1996 , JS-MoCA, Smt. Neelu Khatri, Co-founder & Sr.VP corporate affairs, flagged off the first flight of @AkasaAir from @CSMIA_Official to @ahmairport . #AkasaAir
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MoCA issues order permitting domestic civil flight operations in a calibrated manner from 25th May 2020. The operations will be to a limited extent of their respective approved capacity of Summer Schedule 2020. This order will be in effect till 23:59 hrs on 24th Aug 2020.
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With the help of drones, Medicines, Vaccines and life-saving drugs can be sent to far off areas. This will also help in ramping up our vaccination: Sh: @JM_Scindia @PMOIndia @KTRTRS
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Press Release on Drones:
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A true trailblazer! In 1936, Sarla Thukral became the first Indian woman to fly an aircraft, becoming an Indian aviation icon in the process. #DidYouKnow
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MoCA_GoI
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Shri @HardeepSPuri , HMCA, will be addressing members of the media on issues related to the civil aviation sector through a press conference at 3PM today (21st May 2020). To watch it live, go to
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Enhanced Connectivity for Madhya Pradesh! In a bid to boost the regional connectivity of MP, Sh @JM_Scindia Ji, HMCA along with Sh @ChouhanShivraj , CM, MP virtually flagged off 8 new routes from Madhya Pradesh to Maharashtra & Gujarat today. #SabUdenSabJuden #IncredibleIndia
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Pakyong Airport is an engineering marvel. Built at a height of 4,500 feet, it is the first airport of Sikkim & the 100th operational airport in India. It will pave way for direct air connectivity to Sikkim and will boost tourism and economic growth: HMCA @sureshpprabhu
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While the entire nation is on lockdown to curb the spread of #Covid_19 , there are some bravehearts working around the clock so we can stay inside our homes comfortably. MoCA applauds and salutes these #COVIDWarriors . #IndiaFightsCorona
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HMCA, Sh @JM_Scindia Ji and MoS, MoCA, Sh @Gen_VKSingh chaired a press conference to discuss the benefits and applications of the new Drone Rules 2021. Senior officials from MoCA and @AAI_Official along with other important stakeholders were also present during the event.
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#AskScindia What makes this PLI scheme unique and different from other schemes? Listen to what Sh @JM_Scindia has to say about this. #PLIforDrones
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Persons who are eligible to fly out of India as per Order No 40-3/2020-DM-I (A) issued by Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) dated 5th May 2020 may please check flight details and other mandatory requirements at the Air India website. The details are likely to be uploaded soon.
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After cancellation of NOTAMS by Pakistan and India in the early hours today , there are no restrictions on airspaces of both countries, flights have started using the closed air routes, bringing a significant relief for airlines. @AAI_Official @airindiain @HardeepSPuri
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HMCA, Sh @JM_Scindia , MoS, MoCA, Sh @Gen_VKSingh along with senior officials from MoCA interacted with media to discuss the 100 days target ahead for MoCA & briefed on progress in sectors like the MRO's & FTO. To watch, visit
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