PM Modi launches flight and chopper service between Daman, Diu and Ahmedabad

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched the helicopter service between Daman and Diu and the flight service between Diu and Ahmedabad.

Addressing a large gathering at the polytechnic college ground in Daman, PM Modi said, “Daman and Diu will get a major tourism boost with the launch of helicopter and flight service.”

Modi added, “The people visiting Daman from South Gujarat and Maharashtra will be able to fly to Diu, Gir and Somnath in the helicopter. Along with tourism the religious tourism will also get a major boost ”

Modi remarked that Daman is among the cleanest union territories in India.

“Now, it is the responsibility of the residents of Daman to maintain it. This will attract more tourists and generate more employment opportunities for Daman youths.”

In an important announcement related to the fishermen community in Daman and Diu Modi said, “The Daman administration has decided to abolish VAT on the fishermen community. This will enable the fishermen to earn full profits.”