Vaishali to get Heliport: Land identified near Stupa for enhanced tourism

• A heliport is planned for Vaishali, a sacred Buddhist site, to boost its national and international tourism profile.
• Approximately 5 acres of land near the historic Vaishali Stupa and Buddha Samyak Darshan Museum is being identified for the project.
• The heliport will offer direct, convenient connectivity for tourists, significantly reducing travel time from Patna Airport from hours to minutes.
• District Magistrate Varsha Singh confirmed land selection is underway, with a proposal to follow for state government approval.
• The project is expected to boost local tourism, create employment, and establish Vaishali as a major international Buddhist circuit hub, also aiding emergency services.