Affordable aero sports training program to be launched in Karnataka shortly
Bengaluru: Karnataka is reportedly planning to introduce certified training courses for aero adventure sports pilots, making such training more accessible and affordable within India.
According to the department of youth empowerment and sports, formal training and certification in activities like paragliding, parasailing, hot air balloon and skydiving, are available only overseas and the cost runs into thousands of dollars, as reported by Deccan Herald on Monday.
This pioneering move by the state government aims to bridge the gap by providing quality training at affordable rates.
“The course fee, together with boarding and lodging in a foreign country, makes the whole programme expensive. We want to make it as affordable as possible,” DH quoted Naveen Raj Singh, Principal Secretary, Department of Youth Empowerment and Sports, as saying.
The popularity of aero adventure sports has soared across India in recent years. With numerous tourist destinations in the Himalayas, Pune, and the Nilgiris now offering these thrilling activities, there has been a significant rise in demand for trained pilots. Additionally, many young people are increasingly viewing these sports not only as a passion but as a promising career opportunity.
To meet this demand, the state government plans to launch the program through a public-private partnership (PPP). While a private partner will handle the training process, the government will be responsible for providing essential infrastructure at the Jakkur Aerodrome in Bengaluru.
In the program's first phase, pilots will receive training in paramotoring, hot air ballooning, powered hang gliders, and parasailing.
The initiative is currently awaiting approvals from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and other necessary clearances to move forward.
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Allen, Raghuvanshi, Green power KKR to 29-run win over GT
Kolkata (PTI): Finn Allen blasted a 35-ball 93, while Angkrish Raghuvanshi hit an unbeaten 44-ball 82 as Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive with a 29-run win over Gujarat Titans in the IPL match here on Saturday.
Sent in to bat, Allen went on a six-hitting spree, smashing 10 maximums and four boundaries to add 95 off 41 balls with Raghuvanshi (82).
Raghuvanshi then shared another 108 off 53 balls with Cameron Green (52 not out) to power KKR to a challenging 247 for 2.
In reply, GT could manage 218-4, riding on skipper Shubman Gill's 49-ball 85 and a 35-ball 57 from Jos Buttler. Opener Sai Sudarsan was retired hurt but returned to make a 28-ball 53 not out.
Sunil Narine (2/29) claimed two wickets and Saurabh Dubey snapped one for KKR.
For GT, Mohammed Siraj (1/50), Sai Kishore (1/38) were the wicket-takers.
Brief Score:
KKR: 247 for 2 in 20 overs (Finn Allen 93, Angkrish Raghuvanshi 82 not out, Camero Green 52 not out; Mohammed Siraj 1/50).
GT: 218 for 4 in 20 overs (Shubman Gill 85, Sunil Narine 2/29).
