Updated On: 25 April, 2025 07:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mentioning about the location of Shirdi airport, which is close to Nashik, CM Fadnavis said that during the upcoming Kumbh Mela in Maharashtra's Nashik district, the airport would be highly convenient for pilgrims from different parts of the country arriving by air.

CM Fadnavis also directed officials to present a detailed plan for the runway expansion of Amravati airport. Pic/CMO
In preparation for the upcoming Nashik Kumbh Mela, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday approved the construction of two helipads and eight parking areas at Shirdi airport, an official statement said.
The decision was made during the 91st board meeting of the Maharashtra Airport Development Company (MADC) held at the Sahyadri Guest House in south Mumbai on Friday.