Overview

• A high-level Aerodrome Environment Management Committee meeting, chaired by Principal Secretary Nandini Chakraborty, addressed bird strikes and laser interference at NSCBI Airport.
• Municipal authorities pledged intensified cleaning operations, eviction of unauthorized vendors, and installation of closed garbage vats to reduce bird attractants around the airport.
• A specialized bird study commissioned by the Airports Authority of India revealed a decline in bird strike incidents, though preventive actions are being enhanced to aim for zero incidents.
• Strict enforcement of DGCA regulations was directed to curb laser interference and unauthorized drone activity in critical flight zones.
• Additional measures include the removal of tall trees, clearing external drains to prevent waterlogging, and ensuring collaborative efforts to maintain a safe airspace for over 400 daily flight movements.