Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the first phase of the Noida International Airport in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh on Saturday, March 28. After multiple delays, the airport is finally ready to become the second international airport serving the Delhi-NCR region.
The airport will serve as the primary international airport for major Uttar Pradesh cities such as Noida, Meerut, Ghaziabad, Mathura, and Agra. It will also act as a gateway to several pilgrimage and tourist destinations.
The airport has been developed at a total investment of around Rs.11,200 crore under a public-private partnership (PPP) model. It will initially have a passenger handling capacity of 12 million passengers per annum (MPPA), expandable to 70 MPPA once complete.
The airport incorporates a 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.
The 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.
