The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has officially granted an aerodrome license for the development of the Noida International Airport at Jewar, Uttar Pradesh. This significant milestone, announced by the civil aviation ministry on Friday, marks a pivotal step forward in augmenting the region’s aviation infrastructure.
The airport, spearheaded by Yamuna International Airport Pvt Ltd (YIAPL), a subsidiary of Zurich Airport International AG, is being constructed under a Public Private Partnership (PPP) model. This collaboration involves both the Uttar Pradesh and Union governments, aiming to bolster connectivity and economic growth in the area.
Designed to unfold in four phases, the first phase will debut with one runway and a terminal facilitating 12 million passengers annually. Eventually, the airport is projected to handle up to 70 million passengers per year, accentuating its role as a major gateway. Additionally, a multi-modal cargo hub is integral to the development plans.
(With inputs from agencies.)