UP govt to begin helicopter service connecting Lucknow to Prayagraj, Kapilvastu
The two destinations -Kapilvastu and Prayagraj are significant in the context of religious tourism
Regular helicopter service connecting Lucknow with Kapilvastu and Prayagraj will begin soon to give a fillip to tourism in the region.
The two destinations -Kapilvastu and Prayagraj are significant in the context of religious tourism.
To this end, dedicated heliports would be set up to offer a range of services for the passengers and crew including waiting rooms and lounges, well-stocked cafeterias, crew rooms, toilets, and formal reception desks.
The UP Directorate of Tourism has already invited 'Expression of Interest (EOI)' for development, operations and maintenance of heliports at Lucknow, Kapilvastu (at Gorakhpur) and Prayagraj through private sector participation on lease and development basis.
The last date for submitting bids is August 7 while the technical bids are scheduled to be opened on August 8.
