Govt clears plan for two military airfields in Lakshadweep

The Indian government has approved constructing two military airfields in Lakshadweep, enhancing the armed forces' reach in the region. The plan includes building an airbase in Minicoy and extending the Agatti airfield, both serving military and civil purposes to boost tourism. The Minicoy airfield will be part of the naval base 'INS Jatayu,' the nearest major military installation to the Maldives. This strategic move strengthens India's surveillance and operational capabilities in the Arabian Sea, addressing growing regional security concerns.