LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh government has announced an allocation of Rs 2,111 crore for the civil aviation sector in the 2026-27 Budget, emphasizing the development of the upcoming Noida International Airport, as per an official statement following the Budget presentation.
Out of this total allocation, Rs 750 crore is designated for the development of the Noida International Airport in the Jewar area of Gautam Buddha Nagar district. The first phase of the airport is being developed through a public-private partnership.
The government has also decided to expand the project from the initial plan of two runways to five runways.
Efforts are being made to establish Jewar as a center for aviation innovation and research, in addition to being a maintenance and operations hub, according to the statement.
Furthermore, Rs 1,100 crore has been earmarked for the construction, expansion, and strengthening of airstrips throughout the state, along with funding for land acquisition.
The government continues to enhance air connectivity under the Centre’s Regional Connectivity Scheme, supported by the state’s Civil Aviation Promotion Policy, 2017.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently stated during a press conference regarding the union budget that the Noida International Airport is nearing completion, and a request has been made to the Prime Minister for its inauguration later this month.
