NOIDA | LUCKNOW: The first phase of the Noida International Airport in Jewar, with an investment of Rs 11,282 crore, is set to be inaugurated this Saturday by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This phase is part of a larger initiative estimated to cost Rs 29,560 crore, aimed at establishing Jewar as a prominent aviation hub for North India.
As stated, the Prime Minister will also launch the cargo terminal and lay the foundation for a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility, enhancing India’s aviation infrastructure.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will attend the event along with several Union and state ministers. The government has reported that the concessionaire has invested Rs 6,876 crore in Phase 1, with an additional Rs 4,406 crore allocated by the state for land acquisition. This phase includes one runway and one terminal, designed to initially accommodate 1.2 crore passengers annually.
Once fully operational, Uttar Pradesh will become the first state in India to have five international airports, reinforcing Jewar’s status as a key aviation hub in North India.
The cargo terminal will have an initial capacity of 2.5 lakh metric tonnes annually, expandable to 18 lakh metric tonnes. The MRO facility, covering 40 acres, aims to promote domestic aircraft maintenance, fostering self-reliance within the aviation sector.
Officials have indicated that the airport design integrates various transport modes, including road, rail, metro, and regional systems, significantly reducing travel times and logistics costs.
Furthermore, the airport’s terminal design is inspired by Indian heritage, incorporating elements such as Varanasi and Haridwar ghats, haveli-style architecture, and local materials and art.
The facility prioritizes sustainability, featuring natural lighting and ventilation, rainwater harvesting, and plans for utilizing renewable energy, all in alignment with a net-zero emissions target.
Noida International Airport CEO Christoph Schnellmann stated that the project aims to connect the greater Delhi region and western Uttar Pradesh with both domestic and global destinations, blending “Swiss efficiency with Indian hospitality.”
The airport has received its aerodrome license from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, confirming its adherence to necessary safety and operational standards.
Strategically located along the Yamuna Expressway, the airport is set to enhance connectivity to major attractions like Agra, Mathura, and Vrindavan, while supporting tourism circuits, including Buddhist and religious sites in North India.
This greenfield project is anticipated to generate employment, promote exports and manufacturing, and stimulate economic growth across Uttar Pradesh, the NCR, and the broader northern region.
