India, March 24 -- Odisha has formulated a detailed plan, Building Management of Aviation Assets and Network (B-MAAN), to drive the holistic development of its civil aviation sector, Minister for Commerce and Transport, Bibhuti Bhushan Jena, announced in the Odisha Legislative Assembly. The plan was introduced while presenting a Rs. 3,651 crore demand expenditure for the department.

Of the total allocation, Rs. 328 crore is earmarked for the civil aviation and Rs. 320 Crore for the railways sector. Under B-MAAN, a new greenfield airport will be developed in Paradeep, alongside upgradation of airports in Jeypore, Dandabosh, Rangeilunda, Jamadarapali, and Tusara.

Additionally, the State will proceed with the plans for a second internation...