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Jewar Airport to Boost Jobs, Investment, and National Pride: Minister

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu inaugurated the Noida International Airport at Jewar, calling it a moment of national pride. He stated the airport will significantly boost employment, investment, and economic growth for the region and the country. The first phase, developed at a cost of around Rs 11,200 crore, features a four-kilometre runway and a terminal reflecting Uttar Pradesh's heritage. The project is envisioned as an integrated aerotropolis with cargo and MRO facilities to generate widespread job opportunities.

Key Points: Jewar International Airport Inaugurated, Set to Boost Economy

  • Major hub for jobs and investment
  • Reflects UP's cultural identity
  • Integrated 'aerotropolis' with cargo
  • Historic project for Indian aviation
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Jewar International Airport to boost jobs, investment: Ram Mohan Naidu

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu says the new Noida International Airport at Jewar will be a major hub for jobs and investment.

"This is a moment of great happiness... for the entire country. - Ram Mohan Naidu"

New Delhi, March 28

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Saturday said the Noida International Airport at Jewar -- inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi -- will emerge as a major hub for employment, investment and economic growth, benefiting not just Uttar Pradesh but the entire country.

Addressing the inauguration ceremony in the presence of PM Modi, Naidu termed the launch a moment of pride for the nation and said the airport would significantly boost the region's development.

"This is a moment of great happiness not only for Jewar, Uttar Pradesh or Delhi-NCR, but for the entire country," he said, adding that the national capital region had gained 'another heartbeat' with the addition of the new airport.

The first phase of the project has been developed at an estimated cost of around Rs 11,200 crore and features a four-kilometre-long runway capable of handling international operations, the minister said.

Highlighting the terminal design, the minister said the airport reflects the cultural identity and heritage of Uttar Pradesh, in line with the Prime Minister's vision of combining development with tradition.

Naidu said the project is being developed as an integrated 'aerotropolis', with cargo infrastructure that will enable locally manufactured goods to access national and global markets.

He also pointed to the upcoming Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility spread across 40 acres, which is expected to generate employment opportunities for local youth in the aviation sector.

"Earlier, people from Jewar and nearby areas travelled to Delhi for jobs. Now, people from across the country and the world will come to Jewar for employment," he said.

The minister said the airport would create opportunities across sectors such as ground handling, cargo, maintenance, security, hospitality, logistics, transport, tourism and agriculture.

He also highlighted the expansion of air connectivity in recent years, noting that initiatives like the UDAN scheme have made air travel more accessible to the common man and will continue to drive growth in the sector.

According to the minister, the airport would transform Jewar's image into a major centre for investment and employment, and described it as a historic project for India's aviation sector.

- IANS

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Priya S
As someone from Noida, I'm really excited. The traffic to IGI is a nightmare. A second international airport will be a game-changer for daily commuters and businesses alike. The 'aerotropolis' concept sounds promising if executed properly.
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Rohit P
Good step forward, but my concern is about the displacement of farmers for this project. I hope the promised employment for local youth materializes and is not just political talk. Development should not come at the cost of livelihoods.
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Sarah B
The scale is impressive - a 4km runway! This will definitely attract international carriers and boost tourism. Combining modern infrastructure with cultural design elements, as mentioned, is a beautiful way to showcase Uttar Pradesh's heritage to the world.
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Vikram M
₹11,200 crore is a massive investment. Hope it translates into real, sustainable growth for the region and not just a shiny new building. The key will be the ancillary industries and how well they are integrated.
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Karthik V
This is what we need more of - infrastructure that drives economic activity beyond the metro cities. If the cargo hub works as planned, it can be a lifeline for MSMEs in the western UP belt. Jai Hind!

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