Government launches helicopter service for remote areas of Kupwara and Bandipora
Srinagar, January 23,2026- In a significant move to improve connectivity in the Kupwara and Bandipora districts, the Jammu & Kashmir government has launched a dedicated helicopter service for residents of remote and hard-to-reach areas. The initiative aims to facilitate faster travel, emergency services, and better access to administrative and healthcare facilities. The helicopter service will […]
Helicopter service expands in J&K with new routes , helipads
Jammu I March 13, 2025 – The Subsidised Helicopter Service Scheme in Jammu and Kashmir is set to enhance regional connectivity with the expansion of services, including the recently approved Jammu-Mendhar-Jammu route and additional routes in the pipeline. This development, aimed at improving access to remote and challenging terrains, has been complemented by the operationalisation […]
CM Omar Abdullah reviews Civil Aviation department’s progress and future plans
JAMMU, DECEMBER 3: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a high-level meeting at the Civil Secretariat to review the functioning of the Civil Aviation Department.Key discussions focused on several crucial areas, including the department’s aircraft fleet, revival plans, procurement of helicopters, pilot training, and recruitment strategies. The Chief Minister also reviewed budgetary allocations and financial progress […]
Elevating the pilgrimage: helicopter service to Amarnath Yatra
The Amarnath Yatra, an annual pilgrimage to the Amarnath Cave in Jammu and Kashmir, holds immense spiritual significance for many devotees. The cave houses the naturally occurring ice Shiva Lingam, known as Baba Barfani. Given the challenging terrain and high altitude, the journey can be strenuous, particularly for the elderly or those with physical limitations. […]