Which airport is being developed by Airport Authority of India (AAI) in collaboration with Government of Himachal Pradesh?

Shimla
Gaggal
Bhuntar
Kullu

The correct answer is: B. Gaggal

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is developing the Gaggal Airport in collaboration with the Government of Himachal Pradesh. The airport is located in Gaggal, about 13 kilometers from Dharamshala, the capital of Himachal Pradesh. The airport is being developed to cater to the growing tourism industry in Himachal Pradesh. The airport will have a capacity of handling 500,000 passengers per year. The first phase of the development is expected to be completed by 2022.

The other options are incorrect because:

  • Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh and does not have an airport.
  • Bhuntar is an airport located in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh. It is a domestic airport that handles flights to and from Delhi and Chandigarh.
  • Kullu is a town in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh. It is a popular tourist destination and does not have an airport.