PM Modi to inaugurate Noida International Airport Phase I with ₹11,200 crore investment on March 28
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Phase I of Noida International Airport on March 28. The airport aims to enhance regional connectivity and become a major international gateway for the National Capital Region, complementing Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uttar Pradesh on March 28 to inaugurate Phase I of Noida International Airport. The PMO stated that he will also tour the terminal building at the Jewar airport in Gautam Buddha Nagar.
Thereafter, at around 12 noon, the Prime Minister will inaugurate Phase I of Noida International Airport and address a public gathering on the occasion.
The inauguration of Noida International Airport marks a significant milestone in India's journey towards becoming a global aviation hub.
The airport, envisioned as a major international gateway for the National Capital Region (NCR), represents a major step in strengthening the country's airport infrastructure and enhancing regional and international connectivity. Noida International Airport has been developed as the second international airport for the Delhi NCR region, complementing Indira Gandhi International Airport. Together, the two airports will function as an integrated aviation system, easing congestion, expanding passenger capacity, and positioning Delhi NCR among leading global aviation hubs.
Noida International Airport is among the largest greenfield airport projects in India. Phase I of Noida International Airport has been developed at a total investment of around ₹11,200 crore under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.
The airport will initially have a passenger handling capacity of 12 million passengers per annum (MPPA), with scalability up to 70 MPPA upon full development. It features a 3,900-meter runway capable of handling wide-body aircraft, along with modern navigation systems including Instrument Landing System (ILS) and advanced airfield lighting to support efficient, all-weather, round-the-clock operations.
The airport also incorporates a robust cargo ecosystem, including a Multi-Modal Cargo Hub, featuring an Integrated Cargo Terminal and logistics zones. The cargo facility is designed to handle over 2.5 lakh metric tonnes annually, expandable to around 18 lakh metric tonnes, and includes a dedicated 40-acre Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility.
Designed as a sustainable and future-ready infrastructure project, Noida International Airport aims to operate as a net-zero emissions facility, integrating energy-efficient systems and environmentally responsible practices. Its architectural design draws inspiration from Indian heritage, incorporating elements reminiscent of traditional ghats and havelis, thereby blending cultural aesthetics with modern infrastructure.
Strategically located along the Yamuna Expressway, Noida International Airport is planned as a multi-modal transport hub with seamless integration across road, rail, metro, and regional transit systems, ensuring efficient connectivity for passengers and cargo.
(With inputs from ANI)
- Noida International Airport is designed as a sustainable facility, aiming for net-zero emissions.
- It will significantly enhance regional and international connectivity, complementing Indira Gandhi International Airport.
- Phase I has a capacity of 12 million passengers annually, expandable to 70 million, showcasing India's growing aviation infrastructure.
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