Noida International Airport Inauguration Live Updates: 'India tackling fuel crisis with full strength': PM Narendra Modi at Noida airport inauguration; set to handle 1.2 crore passengers annually

Noida International Airport Inauguration Live: IndiGo, Akasa, Air India Express to link major cities via Noida airport

For now, IndiGo, Akasa Air and Air India Express have committed to operate domestic flights from Noida airport. The initial network is expected to link Noida with major cities such as Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Lucknow and Dehradun, though the final route list will be confirmed after the security clearance comes through.

Noida International Airport Inauguration Live: Noida airport strengthens NCR’s integrated aviation network

Noida International Airport has been developed as the second international airport serving the Delhi NCR region, complementing Indira Gandhi International Airport. Together, the two airports will operate as an integrated aviation network, helping to reduce congestion, increase passenger capacity, and establish Delhi NCR as a leading global aviation hub.

At Noida Airport launch, PM Narendra Modi flags 85% MRO dependency, pushes self-reliance

“85% aircraft go abroad for MRO”: PM Narendra Modi launches big domestic aviation repair push in Jewar

Speaking at the launch of the Noida International Airport in Jewar, PM Narendra Modi highlighted that nearly 85% of India’s aircraft are sent abroad for Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO). He said the government is developing large-scale MRO facilities across the country, including at Jewar, to reduce dependence, boost employment, and position India as a global aircraft servicing hub.

Noida International Airport Inauguration Live: PM Modi says region now ready to welcome the world, strengthening ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’

Noida was once left to its fate due to superstition, and the previous governments were so afraid of losing their positions that they avoided coming here. I remember when the Samajwadi Party government was in power, and I planned to visit Noida. The Chief Minister was so scared that he did not attend the event. I was also threatened and told, "Don't go to Noida, Modi ji, you have just become the Prime Minister." I replied, "I am going to seek the blessings of the land that has given me the opportunity to serve for a long time." Today, that very area is ready to welcome the world. This entire region is strengthening the resolve of an 'Atmanirbhar Bharat': PM Narendra Modi

Noida International Airport Inauguration live updates: PM Narendra Modi targets SP, says BJP turning UP into ‘engine of development’

Speaking at the inauguration of Noida International Airport in Jewar, PM Modi alleges the Samajwadi Party turned Noida into a “hub for loot,” asserting that under the Bharatiya Janata Party government, Uttar Pradesh is now driving growth and development.

Noida Airport Inauguration Live: 'I am happy that I had the privilege of laying the foundation stone of this airport and also inaugurating it'

Wherever I look today, I see enthusiastic and energetic youth. These young people know that this project will give new wings to their future. Today, we are starting a new chapter in the ‘Viksit UP, Viksit Bharat’ campaign. Uttar Pradesh has now become one of the states with the highest number of international airports in the country. I am especially happy that I had the privilege of laying the foundation stone of this airport and also inaugurating it, which I shared with all of you. The state that chose me as its representative will now be identified with this grand airport: PM Narendra Modi

Noida Airport Inauguration Live: 'Noida airport marks a new direction for India’s aviation'

Prime Minister, over the last 11–12 years, you have taken significant steps to move 'New India' toward the goal of a 'Developed India' across every sector. The Noida International Airport is a vital part of this journey. The people of Uttar Pradesh are now providing the nation with a new direction on the global aviation map, fulfilling your vision. Parties like the Congress and the Samajwadi Party, through their incompetence, left both the country and the state in a developmental bottleneck. From 2002 to 2017, Uttar Pradesh continuously endured that disgrace and was a victim of such stagnation. However, due to the rapid development witnessed by the country over the last 12 years, and by Uttar Pradesh over the last nine years, under our 'double-engine government: CM Yogi Adityanath

Noida Airport Inauguration Live: PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Noida airport phase 1, boosting NCR’s international connectivity

PM Narendra Modi inaugurates the first phase of Noida airport at Jewar. According to the PMO, the airport, envisioned as a major international gateway for the National Capital Region (NCR), represents a significant step in strengthening the country’s airport infrastructure and enhancing regional and international connectivity.

Noida Internation Airport Inauguration Live: 'Jewar was known for crimes, but from tomorrow it will be known for the airport and investment'

Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, Union Minister of Civil Aviation, said in his address that earlier Jewar was known for crimes, but from tomorrow it will be known for the airport and investment. He added that earlier Jewar residents used to go to Delhi and other cities for work, and now people from other cities will come to work in Jewar.

Noida Airport Inauguration Live: Prime Minister Narendra Modi toured and reviewed the Noida International Airport in Jewar ahead of the Phase 1 inauguration, accompanied by Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath

Noida Airport Inauguration Live: 'Passengers visiting Taj Mahal in Agra will benefit from Noida airport'

I congratulate the Government of India, the Ministry of Civil Aviation, and also the UP Government for bringing a world-class airport in partnership with Zurich Airport. This airport was long overdue because the slots at Delhi airport are mostly completely exhausted. A lot of new airlines that want to come to Delhi are unable to come because there are no slots. But this is so near Delhi that this will not only serve Delhi, but also passengers who are coming to see the Taj Mahal, Agra. Similarly, the entire hinterland of UP will benefit from this. But apart from this, there has to be a connectivity between Delhi International Airport and Noida International Airport. There has to be a fast metro or an airport express line between here and the airport. There should be a comfortable coach service so that people with their baggage can transfer from one airport to another airport. Just like in Delhi International Airport they have a lot of hotels, you need to have a lot of hotels around. Because if any flight is delayed and people are stranded, then it will be a big problem to get them accommodation: Subhash Goyal, Chairman of the Aviation and Tourism Committee of the Indian Chamber

Noida Airport Inauguration Live: Game-changer for the entire ecosystem, particularly for industry and exports, says Rakesh Kumar, Chairman of IEML

Jewar is going to be a game-changer for the entire ecosystem, particularly for industry and exports. The cargo segment of the airport will cater to the pharma, handicrafts, textiles, leather, and footwear sectors, among many other industries within an 800-square-kilometre area. We consider this a true game-changer and salute the leadership for completing it in record time. As one of Asia's largest airports, it will significantly boost the exhibition industry, the knowledge sector, universities, and the general industry, while providing immense benefits to the common man and passengers alike: Dr Rakesh Kumar, Chairman of India Exposition Mart Limited (IEML)

Noida Internation Airport Inauguration Live: NCR’s second airport becomes reality today

Delhi-NCR’s second international airport will be formally inaugurated on Saturday, adding Jewar to the country’s aviation map and creating both space and means for the national capital -- already India’s largest aviation hub -- to play a much bigger role in connectivity with the world.A day before the inauguration, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said Noida International Airport (NIA) will not just strengthen commerce and connectivity, but also ease pressure on Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. Read more

Noida airport to open ‘doors to development’ for UP, says Jewar BJP MLA Dhirendra Singh

People are incredibly enthusiastic, and a golden chapter will be written for the Jewar Assembly constituency today when the Prime Minister inaugurates the airport. This site will open doors to development for the entire state of Uttar Pradesh, and a significant portion of the country's GDP will flow through it. The farmers have been exceptionally supportive. Today, our dream is coming true on the very land where bullets were once fired. Many of those farmer brothers who donated their land for the Jewar airport will be present here today: Jewar BJP MLA Dhirendra Singh

Noida Airport Inauguration Live: Film producer Boney Kapoor (right) and Yamuna Authority’s former CEO Arun Veer Singh (left) at the Noida International Airport to attend the inauguration programme.

Noida Internation Airport Inauguration Live: Tight security, jubilant crowd ahead of PM Modi's visit to Jewar

People thronged Noida's Jewar in hordes in the morning ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's inauguration of the state's most ambitious airport on Saturday. BJP leader Dhirendra Singh said the prime minister is expected to arrive around 11 am and will first visit the terminal building and cargo area of the airport.

Noida airport Phase I built at a cost of Rs 11,200 crore with 3.9-km runway

Phase I of NIA has been built at an investment of about Rs 11,200 crore. The airport has a 3.9km runway capable of handling wider aircraft and advanced airfield lighting for all-weather and round-the-clock operations.

Noida Airport Inauguration Live: People from North India will benefit a lot, it will also lead to a lot of economic development, says Aviation expert Amit Mittal

It’s a dream come true for most of the people in the country, particularly aviation professionals. I’ve been in the aviation industry for more than 20 years and have seen the airport shaping up. It will give a big impetus to the aviation industry, and this will lead to more connectivity and a second airport in the Delhi NCR region. In times to come, as the traffic grows, we will have more international connectivity. We will have an opportunity that this airport connects the Eastern globe to the Western globe, and Delhi could have the potential to become the aviation hub for the region. The Prime Minister will be coming to inaugurate the airport today. People from North India will benefit a lot, it will also lead to a lot of economic development, this will give a boost to the aviation industry as well as to other professionals across the industry domains: Aviation expert Amit Mittal

Jewar Airport Inauguration Live: Over 1 lakh expected as PM Modi to inaugurate Noida airport after terminal inspection

PM Narendra Modi is scheduled to arrive at the airport at 11.30am on Saturday, go on a walkthrough of the terminal building, and formally inaugurate the airport around noon before addressing a public gathering. The event is expected to draw large crowds from Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, Bulandshahr and other parts of western UP. Three pandals have been set up to accommodate more than 1 lakh people.

Noida Airport Inauguration Live: Health dept sets up emergency medical back-up for Noida International Airport inauguration, 60 ambulances on standby

Ahead of the inauguration of the Noida International Airport in Jewar, the health department has drawn up an extensive emergency medical response plan, deploying over 60 ambulances and alerting multiple hospitals to ensure swift medical assistance during the event.Officials said each ambulance will be staffed with a doctor and a medical team.Forty-nine of these ambulances will be equipped with basic life support systems and 16 will have advanced life-saving facilities. Read more

Jewar Airport Inauguration News: No metro, no direct bus: Cabs, bike taxis are Noida airport’s only last-mile ride for now

Passengers heading to the Noida International Airport will largely depend on cabs, bike taxis, and private vehicles when commercial operations start, with metro connectivity and direct bus services still years away.To bridge the gap, the airport has partnered with Mahindra Logistics Mobility to deploy electric taxis and with ride-sharing platform Rapido to offer bike taxis and cabs directly from the airport premises.Both services will operate round-the-clock, with dedicated pick-up and drop-off points at arrivals and departures. Read more

Noida Airport Inauguration Live Updates: Tight security arrangements and preparations underway ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurating the Noida International Airport in Jewar.

Noida International Airport Inauguration Live: Jewar Airport Inauguration News: Noida traffic police issued advisory

The Noida Traffic Police have issued an advisory ahead of the Noida Airport inauguration on March 28. Traffic will generally move as usual, but diversions will be implemented if congestion increases.

Noida International Airport Inauguration Live: Interchange for EPE & Delhi-Mumbai Expressway link for quick access to Noida airport

As the Noida International Airport opens on March 28, the govt plans several infrastructure projects to make travel from NCR cities and nearby western UP districts easier.A 31-kilometre link road connecting the airport to the Delhi-Faridabad-Ballabhgarh-Sohna stretch of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, being developed by NHAI at a revised cost of Rs 3,631 crore, approved by the Union Cabinet on March 10.The seven-kilometre Noida section of the link road is complete and already connects via a loop to the Yamuna Expressway, providing direct airport access. The remaining Haryana stretch is likely to be ready by 2027. Read more

Noida Airport Inauguration: 15 parking lots ready for 20,000+ vehicles

Officials have set up 15 parking lots on the airport campus, accommodating 14,700 heavy and medium vehicles and 5,000 two-wheelers. Separate parking spaces are reserved for VIPs, media, police, and administration vehicles, with shuttles provided from key parking areas to the venue. Routes have also been finalised for visitors from Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Hapur, Bulandshahr, Meerut, Aligarh, and Mathura.

Noida International Airport Inauguration Live: Noida airport inauguration today, flights likely from May as security clearance, tariff approval awaited

Noida International Airport will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, but the earliest date for flight operations to begin is likely only by May.The delay is not because of unfinished infrastructure. It is because of final regulatory steps that every airport must clear before airlines can open bookings and begin operations. The most important of these is the Aerodrome Security Programme (ASP) certification by Bureau of Civil Aviation Security.ASP is the airport’s core security framework, laying down how checks will work from entry gates to boarding, and assigning responsibilities to all stakeholders, including the airport operator, airlines, Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and ground handlers. It also sets out contingency plans to help authorities respond quickly to any security situation. Read more

Noida Airport Inauguration Live: Ahead of launch, PM Modi calls Noida airport a game-changer for connectivity and cargo

March 28, is a day of immense importance for the people of Uttar Pradesh and the NCR. Phase I of Noida International Airport will be inaugurated. Noida airport is among key greenfield projects in our nation. In addition to passenger services, it will have a robust cargo ecosystem, thus boosting the logistics sector: PM Modi wrote on X.

Noida Airport Inauguration Live: Noida airport ready to fly, job hopes stay grounded in Jewar

In 2019, when land acquisition began for Noida International Airport, Saurav Kumar saw a future that would not involve getting out of Jewar and joining the rat race in Delhi or another big city. A BTech student then, Saurav went on to study MTech in automobile engineering, hoping to have the right qualification for the jobs he expected to come to town, accompanying the airport. His family was among those that gave up land for the project and was assured of a job, besides compensation. The money came, but not the job. Like Saurav, many Jewar youths have become steadily disillusioned as the airport has taken shape and is now ready for inauguration. Read more

Noida Airport Inauguration Live: Noida airport to boost jobs, trade and regional connectivity: Jewar MLA Dhirendra Singh

The commencement of operations at Noida International Airport will generate new employment opportunities, boost trade and industry, and significantly improve regional connectivity. The project is expected to enhance the state’s identity at both national and international levels: Jewar MLA Dhirendra Singh

Jewar Airport Inauguration Live: Goods vehicle movement restricted in key areas from 7am to 11pm

DCP (traffic) Noida Shailendra Kumar Singh said the movement of goods vehicles on the Noida Expressway, Yamuna Expressway, and around the Jewar airport will be restricted between 7am and 11pm on Saturday. However, emergency vehicles will be allowed to move without any restrictions.

Jewar Airport Inauguration Live: VIPs, media, police to use separate entry routes

VIPs will access the airport via the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway link road connecting to the Yamuna Expressway at the 32 km milestone, leading to parking lots 1, 2, and 3. Shuttles will transport them to the venue. Media vehicles will enter through the Kishorpur gate for parking lot 8, while parking lots 10 and 15 are reserved for police and administration vehicles.

Jewar Airport Inauguration Live: Visitors from nearby cities directed through designated routes

Visitors from Meerut and Ghaziabad via the Eastern Peripheral Expressway will exit at Sirsa toll plaza and pass Galgotias University and Dayanatpur to reach the airport. Those coming from Aligarh and Mathura will exit Jewar toll plaza and take the Sabauta cut to access the venue.