In January 2013, the Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation (KSIDC) invited global consultancy firms interested in carrying out a technical and financial Feasibility study for a potential feeder airport at Wayanad in the state of Kerala, India. The airport is proposed to be developed under a public-private partnership (PPP) model.

Last week, we got to know that Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation has appointed Knight Frank (India) Pvt Ltd to carry out the studies for the proposed feeder airport at Wayanad. The study will be completed in six months.

The State Government plans to set up feeder airport at Wayanad to boost the connectivity, which will enhance the tourism potential of the district and the State. At present, Wayanad is connected only by road.

The Airport Authority of India entrusted KSIDC to conduct the search of the consultancy firm.