Seaplane operations will soon be a reality in the four islands of Andamans with the opening of its bidding process, under an ambitious project to attract more tourists to the picturesque archipelago.
Seventeen islands in Andamans have also been identified for holistic development, that include building infrastructure, to promote tourism.
Bidding has been opened for seaplane operations at four locations in Andamans, Swaraj Dweep, Shaheed Dweep, Hut Bay and Long Island, under the UDAN Regional Connectivity Scheme of the Centre, a Home Ministry official told PTI.