Flight service from Hisar to Chandigarh and Delhi would begin from August 15

The flight service from Hisar to Chandigarh and Delhi would begin from August 15 under the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS)–UDAN of Union Civil Aviation Ministry.

This was stated in a meeting held under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary, DS Dhesi here on Friday.

During the meeting, Dhesi was apprized that Pinnacle Airlines would be operated under the RCS Scheme. It was informed that security, fire and ambulances services would be provided to the Airport by Police Department, Urban Local Bodies Department and Health Department respectively.

It was also informed in the meeting the works on renovation of runway and widening of taxiway have been completed whereas the work on extension of apron was under progress. Apart from this, Airports Authority of India (AAI) would carry out the communication, navigation and monitoring work.

The AAI would impart training to firemen and 51 security personnel in July.