Himalayan News Service

Kathmandu, February 16:

Akbar Al Baker, chief executive officer of Qatar Airways, today made a presentation on the development of $5.5 billion New Doha International Airport (NDIA) in India. Al Baker was speaking at the ‘Airport Build And Supply Exhibition & Conference’ in New Delhi. He highlighted plans for the new state-of-the-art airport for which construction began only last month, states a press release issued.

Key figures from the airport industry around the world are taking part in the two-day long conference, taking place at the Ashok Convention Centre. Praful Patel, civil aviation minister of India, opened conference today.

Stating that the blueprint for NDIA has been widely acclaimed by industry observers because of its impressive architectural features, Al Baker highlighted the importance of building an airport, which finds the right balance between hi-tech facilities and the environment.