Actions have already been taken to develop the Jaffna International Airport in Palaly and Regional international flights have also begun from Jaffna International Airport.

The Government of India has agreed to provide a grant of 300 million Sri Lankan rupees for this purpose.

This grant is expected to be used to improve facilities in the areas of airport terminal modification, electricity supply, utility services and transit services.

Accordingly, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the proposal presented by Hon. Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding for the Development of Jaffna International Airport with the Government of India.