AAHL's Navi Mumbai, Guwahati Airports in Prix Versailles 2026 list
Mumbai, June 16
Adani Airport Holdings Limited has earned global recognition at the prestigious Prix Versailles architecture and design awards, with two of its airports, Navi Mumbai International Airport and Terminal 2 of Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati, featuring in the World's Most Beautiful Airports List 2026.
According to a release, "The honour highlights AAHL's growing influence in shaping next-generation aviation infrastructure, with a strong focus on cutting-edge design, sustainability, and passenger-centric innovation."
The Prix Versailles is a distinguished annual global award in architecture and design, presented at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris since 2015. It awards both newly launched airports and terminals for their contemporary creations that embody a rare synthesis of distinctive architecture reflecting how airports are moving beyond conventional design to offer a richer and more harmonious vision of the world.
Navi Mumbai International Airport's Terminal 1 has been recognised for its distinctive lotus-inspired architecture, futuristic design language and integration of technology, art and functionality, creating a world-class gateway that reflects India's aspirations as a modern global economy.
The Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport's Terminal 2 architectural language is guided by the biophilic elegance of the 'Bamboo Orchid', honouring the region's rich biodiversity through a highly functional, sustainable envelope.
Others in the Prix Versailles list include Guangzhou, China; Frankfurt am Main, Germany; Kandal Stueng, Cambodia; Pittsburgh, United States; and San Diego, United States. The Prix Versailles awards aim to promote intelligent sustainability, where culture serves and transcends the concept of the environment. Presented annually, three airports and/or airport terminals from the 2026 list will also receive a World Title (Prix Versailles, Interior or Exterior), to be awarded at the end of the year.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally, India is showcasing its architectural brilliance on the world stage! But I hope the government also focuses on making these airports truly passenger-friendly, with affordable food and efficient security checks. Design alone won't fix delays. 🛑
Our airports are rising like the lotus - from mud to beauty! But the infrastructure in smaller cities still needs improvement. These awards show we can compete with global players. Adani Group is doing good work. 👍
Great to see India's airports making such lists! The biodiversity theme for Guwahati is clever. My only concern: will these designs age well with heavy footfall? Some Indian airports look shabby after a few years due to lack of maintenance. Hope that changes here.
Wah! Both our airports among 'World's Most Beautiful' - this is big for Indian aviation. The bamboo orchid concept for Guwahati is especially creative, celebrating Assam's natural wealth. Now can we get more international flights from these airports? 🛫
Awards are good, but I worry about cost overruns and delays in Navi Mumbai airport. These projects eat up taxpayer money. Let's ensure the 'beautiful' design also means smooth operations and affordable parking for travelers. Aesthetics without efficiency is like a showpiece.
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