Leh, Jan. 28 -- Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, today inaugurated the Parallel Taxi Track Project at Air Force Station Leh, marking a significant step towards strengthening the operational capability of the Indian Air Force and enhancing air connectivity in the Union Territory of Ladakh.
The PTT project, initiated in 2023 and completed at a cost of approximately Rs 452 crores despite inclement weather and a limited working season, has the potential to serve as the main runway, significantly improving air connectivity, boosting air traffic flow, and increasing tourist footfall via air travel.
The Lt Governor said that Leh Airfield holds immense strategic importance for national security along the northern borders and also se...