{"id":134144,"date":"2026-02-23T18:16:48","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T12:46:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=134144"},"modified":"2026-02-23T18:42:44","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T13:12:44","slug":"pm-modi-to-inaugurate-noida-airport-in-march-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/23\/pm-modi-to-inaugurate-noida-airport-in-march-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"PM Modi to Inaugurate Asia’s Largest International Airport in March 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

NOIDA-<\/strong> Prime Minister Narendra Modi<\/a> will inaugurate Noida International Airport (DXN) in March, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath confirmed during his visit to Singapore. The airport is located in Jewar, Gautam Buddha Nagar district, and is set to become one of India\u2019s largest aviation hubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first phase of Noida International Airport (DXN) will feature one runway and a terminal with an annual capacity of 12 million passengers. The project is being developed in partnership with Zurich Airport International AG and is planned to expand to five runways, ET<\/a> flagged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: Noida International Airport (NIA)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Noida International Airport Nears Operational Launch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The long-delayed Noida International Airport<\/a> in Jewar is now approaching inauguration. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated that the facility is almost ready and that time has been sought from the Prime Minister for its formal launch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Initially planned with two runways, the airport\u2019s master plan has been expanded to include five runways, positioning it among the largest airports in India once fully developed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first phase spans over 1,334 hectares and includes one runway and a terminal building designed to handle 12 million passengers annually. The Airports Authority of India conducted a successful calibration flight on October 31, 2025. This technical validation confirms the accuracy of navigation and communication systems, a mandatory step before commercial operations begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The project is being executed by Yamuna International Airport Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Zurich Airport International AG, under a public private partnership model with the Uttar Pradesh government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: Noida International Airport<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Budget Allocation Strengthens Aviation Infrastructure<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

In February, the Uttar Pradesh government proposed an outlay of Rs 2,111 crore for the civil aviation sector for the financial year 2026\u201327. Of this, Rs 750 crore has been earmarked specifically for the development of Noida International Airport in Jewar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An additional Rs 1,100 crore has been proposed for the construction, expansion, and strengthening of airstrips across the state, along with land acquisition. This allocation reflects the state\u2019s broader strategy to improve regional air connectivity and infrastructure capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: CHEN AI | JetPhotos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Singapore Visit Focuses on Investment and Infrastructure<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

During his official visit to Singapore, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and senior ministers to discuss investment and infrastructure collaboration under the India-Singapore Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meetings were held with Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan, Minister for Foreign Affairs, focusing on infrastructure cooperation, skill development, and digital economy partnerships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The chief minister also met Sumit Nanda, Chairman and Managing Director of Golden State Capital Pte. Ltd., to discuss investment prospects in infrastructure, emerging technologies, and data centre development in Uttar Pradesh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Memorandums of Understanding were signed with Universal Success Enterprises Limited for projects including an integrated township, a logistics park, and a hyperscale data centre park. These projects are expected to generate employment and strengthen the state\u2019s infrastructure ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additional MoUs were signed for collaboration in technical and vocational education, aviation skills development, and industry-aligned training. Meetings were also held with Tan Su Shan, CEO of DBS Group, Lim Chow Kiat, CEO of GIC, and Teo Chee Hean, Chairman of Temasek, to discuss financial cooperation and project financing for infrastructure growth in Uttar Pradesh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: Noida International Airport<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

About Noida International Airport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Noida International Airport (DXN) is set to become the third commercial airport in the Delhi NCR region, easing pressure on Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and expanding regional capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Planned in four phases, the airport aims to handle up to 152 million passengers annually by 2050, with commercial operations now targeted for mid 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Noida International Airport (DXN) is being developed near Jewar in Gautam Buddha Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is positioned as an alternative to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in Delhi and Hindon Airport (HDO) in Ghaziabad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: Noida Airport<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Development Timeline and Expansion Plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Noida International Airport was first proposed in 2001 as the Taj International Aviation Hub. The project underwent multiple location shifts and delays before being revived at Jewar in 2014.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Union Government approved the airport in June 2015. The Ministry of Civil Aviation granted in principle approval in May 2018. Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for Phase 1 on 25 November 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The airport is being developed under a public-private partnership (PPP) model by Noida International Airport Limited. Flughafen Z\u00fcrich AG won the bid in 2019 to design, build, and operate the airport for 40 years. Tata Projects Limited received the civil construction contract in 2022. In 2023, IATA assigned the airport code DXN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Originally expected to open in 2022, the launch has faced repeated delays. The inauguration is scheduled for 30 October 2025. Commercial flight operations are expected to begin in June or July 2026, subject to regulatory approvals. According to PYOK, the operational timeline has shifted multiple times due to infrastructure and readiness factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phased Capacity Expansion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The airport is planned in four stages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phase I<\/strong>
Terminal 1 with capacity of 12 million passengers per annum
One runway
Estimated cost \u20b94,588 crore<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phase II<\/strong>
Terminal 2 has a total capacity of 30 million passengers
Second runway
Estimated cost \u20b95,983 crore<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phase III<\/strong>
Terminal 3 has a total capacity of 50 million passengers
Four runways in total
Estimated cost \u20b98,415 crore<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phase IV<\/strong>
Terminal 4 has a total capacity of 70 million passengers
Six runways in total
Estimated cost \u20b910,575 crore<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Total projected capacity stands at 152 million passengers annually by 2050, with an overall investment of \u20b929,561 crore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photo: Noida International Airport<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Terminal and Airside Infrastructure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As of 2025, Terminal 1 is ready with a built-up area of 100,000 square metres for both domestic and international operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key infrastructure includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n