Port Blair, Feb 03: The Member of Parliament of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Mr. Kuldeep Rai Sharma has demanded for construction of an approach road for Baratang Helipad so that it becomes easily accessible for public, ambulances and Fire Tenders.
In a letter addressed to the Chief Secretary, the Member of Parliament pointed out that nearly seven years back a helipad was constructed at Baratang Island but no approach road has been constructed till date for the helipad.
He mentioned that due to lack of an approach road neither ambulances can enter the helipad area with serious patients nor can Fire Tenders enter the helipad area, which is mandatory for landing of helicopters in any helipad.
The Member of Parliament added that in many occasions in past patients were carried by public on their shoulder upto Baratang Helipad from main road due to lack of an approach road.
He added that there is also no shed for the public and patients at the Baratang Helipad because of which people face huge difficulties.
The MP said that Baratang is one of the most popular Tourist destinations and if this helipad becomes operational in Baratang Island, it will give a further boost to the Tourism sector of Baratang Island.
Mr. Kuldeep Rai Sharma pointed out that this will not only help in evacuating emergency medical cases from Baratang Island safely but also improve connectivity for Middle Andaman for future. I also request you to construct a shed for passengers at Baratang Helipad.
