Federal Government Allocates 25 Crore Rupees for Tarigaun Airport Expansion
Summary
The federal government has allocated around 25 crore rupees to expand Tarigaun Airport in Tulsipur, Dang, raising hopes that runway work and land acquisition will finally move forward. The airport’s short runway has limited operations to small Twin Otter aircraft and irregular Kathmandu flights, leaving passengers dependent on other airports and paying higher fares.
Key Points
- The federal government has set aside about 25 crore rupees for Tarigaun Airport expansion in Tulsipur, Dang.
- The airport’s 750-meter runway is too short for larger aircraft, and expansion has long been delayed by lack of budget and land acquisition issues.
- Nepal Airlines operates a Tulsipur-Kathmandu schedule, but flights are irregular because of passenger shortages and weather, with fares set at 12,658 rupees one way.
- Local leaders and business groups say runway expansion is needed to improve air service, trade, tourism, and connectivity for Dang and nearby districts.
