The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on 2 November approved naming of greenfield airport at Hollongi, Itanagar, as ‘Donyi Polo Airport.
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A resolution was passed by the state government of Arunachal Pradesh to name this airport 'Donny Polo Airport, Itanagar'.
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The 'Doni Polo' reflects the people's respect for the Sun (Doni) and the Moon (Polo), symbols of the state's traditions and rich cultural heritage.
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The Government of India had given 'in-principle' approval for the development of Hollongi Greenfield Airport in January 2019.
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The project is being developed by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) in collaboration with the Central Government and the State Government of Arunachal Pradesh at a cost of Rs 646 crore.
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Hollongi Airport is the third airport in the state and the only airport in the capital city after Pasighat and Tezu airports.
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Doni Polo Airport in Itanagar is the 16th airport in Northeast India.