Will ensure safety of Indian airports: Raju

More than 30 people have been killed and hundreds injured in the terror attack at Ataturk airport in Istanbul

Suspected IS suicide bombers kill dozens at Istanbul airport
This image was tweeted by @BushraAamir
Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Jun 29 2016 | 11:02 AM IST
Government is committed to ensure the safety of Indian airports and skies, Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju today said as he expressed shock over the deadly terror attack at Istanbul airport.

More than 30 people have been killed and hundreds injured in the terror attack at Ataturk airport in Istanbul.

"I am deeply shocked and agitated at the terror attack on Istanbul Airport. We stand with Turkey and its citizens in their loss & grief," Raju said in a tweet.

Also Read

He emphasised that the government is committed to ensure safety of airports in the country.

"It's our commitment that we will continue to ensure safety and security of Indian airports and skies," he said.

Ataturk airport is one of the busiest aerodromes in the world.
*Subscribe to Business Standard digital and get complimentary access to The New York Times

Smart Quarterly

₹900

3 Months

₹300/Month

SAVE 25%

Smart Essential

₹2,700

1 Year

₹225/Month

SAVE 46%
*Complimentary New York Times access for the 2nd year will be given after 12 months

Super Saver

₹3,900

2 Years

₹162/Month

Subscribe

Renews automatically, cancel anytime

Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans

Exclusive premium stories online

  • Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors

Complimentary Access to The New York Times

  • News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic

Business Standard Epaper

  • Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share

Curated Newsletters

  • Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox

Market Analysis & Investment Insights

  • In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor

Archives

  • Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997

Ad-free Reading

  • Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements

Seamless Access Across All Devices

  • Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app

More From This Section

First Published: Jun 29 2016 | 10:13 AM IST

Next Story