Jammu Takes Flight: Tackling Bird Hazards at the Airport

A new initiative has been launched to tackle bird-related hazards at Jammu airport. On Tuesday, authorities set up a joint committee to study these issues, with a mandate to report back within the week, according to an official announcement.

The Divisional Commissioner of Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, spearheaded the formation of this committee. Under the leadership of Additional District Development Commissioner Sher Singh, the team comprises members from various organizations, including the Jammu Development Authority, Jammu Municipal Corporation, Cantonment Board Jammu, Airport Authority of India, and the Air Force Station Jammu.

Tasked with conducting on-site evaluations, the committee aims to provide solutions by next week. Discussions have highlighted the problem of bird attractants due to garbage accumulation near the airport. The divisional commissioner has instructed local bodies to improve waste management systems and launch awareness campaigns to prevent garbage dumping in these areas.

(With inputs from agencies.)