Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Uttar Pradesh on March 28 to inaugurate Phase I of the Noida International Airport, a significant infrastructure project costing Rs 11,200 crore. The inauguration ceremony will take place in Jewar, Gautam Buddha Nagar, with a walkthrough of the terminal building scheduled for around 11:30 a.m., followed by the formal opening of the airport at noon. A public address by the Prime Minister is also planned during the event.
The Noida International Airport’s inauguration signifies a crucial step in India’s progress towards becoming a global aviation hub. Positioned as a vital international gateway for the National Capital Region (NCR), the airport is anticipated to improve both domestic and international connectivity, bolstering the nation’s aviation infrastructure. Serving as the second international airport for the Delhi-NCR region, alongside the existing Indira Gandhi International Airport, the two airports are envisioned to operate as an integrated aviation system, alleviating congestion, expanding passenger capacity, and positioning the region as a prominent global aviation center.
Developed under a Public–Private Partnership (PPP) model, the Noida International Airport is one of India’s largest greenfield airport projects. Phase I of the airport, constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 11,200 crore, will initially accommodate 12 million passengers per annum (MPPA), with scalability up to 70 MPPA upon full completion. Equipped with a 3,900-meter runway capable of handling wide-body aircraft, the airport features modern navigation systems like the Instrument Landing System (ILS) and advanced airfield lighting to facilitate efficient, all-weather, round-the-clock operations.
Apart from passenger services, the airport includes a comprehensive cargo infrastructure featuring a multi-modal cargo hub with an integrated cargo terminal and dedicated logistics zones. The cargo facility is designed to manage over 2.5 lakh metric tonnes annually, expandable to approximately 18 lakh metric tonnes, and includes a 40-acre Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility. Emphasizing sustainability and future readiness, the airport aims to operate as a net-zero emissions facility by integrating energy-efficient systems and environmentally responsible practices, with architectural designs inspired by traditional Indian heritage, blending cultural aesthetics with modern infrastructure.
Strategically situated along the Yamuna Expressway, the Noida International Airport is designed as a multi-modal transport hub ensuring seamless integration across road, rail, metro, and regional transit systems for efficient connectivity for passengers and cargo.
