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Detailed explanation-1: -The decision was taken at the second meeting of the Island Development Agency, chaired by Union home minister Rajnath Singh. The Island Development Agency (IDA) on Wednesday decided to develop an airport at Minicoy Island in an effort to unlock the potential of tourism and the tuna fishing industry in Lakshadweep.

Detailed explanation-2: -The government is planning a 2, 500-metre-long airstrip at the Minicoy Island in Lakshadweep, which will allow larger IAF and commercial aircraft to take off. The project holds strategic importance as it will keep an eye on India’s international borders, strengthen area domination and tourism.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lakshadweep has just one airport which is in Agatti island. From Cochin, there are Air India flights that reach Agatti in one and a half hours and these operate six days a week.

Detailed explanation-4: -he Kavaratti Island is the headquarters of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep. This island is at a distance of 404 km (218 nautical miles) from Kochi and is located between Agatti Island on the west and Andrott Island on the east.

Detailed explanation-5: -Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired the 6th meeting of Island Development Agency.