Sri Vijaya Puram, Aug. 4: The Department of Civil Aviation, A&N Administration, in its endeavour to enhance connectivity to major tourist destinations in A&N Islands, has invited Expressions of Interest (EOI) from registered Indian aviation operators for the introduction of commercial helicopter services across Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
This initiative aims to provide reliable air transport facilities for tourists visiting popular destinations across the Andaman group of Islands, thereby improving accessibility and enhancing the overall visitor experience. The helipad infrastructure at key locations—Swaraj Dweep, Shaheed Dweep, Baratang, Rangat, Mayabunder, Diglipur, Long Island, Smith Island, Little Andaman, Chidyatapu and Wandoor will be made available to the selected operator(s) for operating commercial services from Sri Vijaya Puram. The services will also be available to local residents.
As a unique offering, tourists will also have the opportunity to enjoy the aerial view of India’s only active volcano ‘Barren Island’, along with breathtaking aerial view of pristine beaches, emerald forests, and the Island’s rich biodiversity.
The services are proposed to be introduced on a No-Cost-No-Commitment (NCNC) basis. Based on the inputs and interest received through this EOI, a Request for Proposal (RFP) shall be issued to finalize operators for launching this service on identified routes ahead of the upcoming tourist season.
Interested operators are encouraged to participate in this ambitious initiative aimed at strengthening last-mile connectivity and promoting sustainable tourism in Andaman & Nicobar Islands. The EOI document is available under the ‘Announcement’ section of the A & N Administration’s website www.andaman.gov.in. The last date for submission of EOI is 19th September, 2025 by 1500 hrs. A pre-application meeting will be held on 20th August, 2025 at 1600 hrs. in the Conference/Mini Conference hall of Secretariat, Sri Vijaya Puram. Interested operators can also join this meeting via Video Conferencing.