Madhyamgram civic body to manage garbage cleaning around airport

A crucial meeting of the airfield environment management committee (AEMC) was held today, presided over by the state home secretary Nandini Chakraborty, to address pressing environmental issues impacting the airport's surroundings.

The meeting, convened by Dr Pravat Ranjan Beuria, airport director at Kolkata Airport, brought together key representatives from various departments and municipal authorities from the five municipalities neighboring the airport.

A primary focus of the discussion was on improving the cleanliness and hygiene of the areas surrounding the airport.

Specific issues included the efficient removal of garbage, regular drain cleaning, and responsible tree management to reduce bird activity, which can pose a safety risk to aircraft.