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Piyush Goyal Meets Zurich Airport MD, Eyes Major Noida Airport Investment

Union Minister Piyush Goyal met with Zurich Airport International's Managing Director Daniel Bircher to deliberate on investment plans for the Noida International Airport. The greenfield airport is being developed as a world-class, net-zero emissions facility through a public-private partnership. With an initial capacity for 12 million passengers, it is expected to spur real estate, generate massive employment, and enhance cargo operations in the region. Once operational, it will serve as the NCR's second international airport, relieving pressure on Delhi and boosting regional connectivity.

Key Points: Goyal Meets Zurich Airport MD on Noida Airport Investment

  • Discussed ongoing & future investment plans
  • Airport to be a net-zero emissions facility
  • Expected to generate ~1 lakh jobs
  • First phase to handle 12 million passengers
  • Will boost regional connectivity & cargo ops
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Piyush Goyal meets Zurich Airport International MD, discusses future investment in Noida International Airport

Union Minister Piyush Goyal met Zurich Airport's Daniel Bircher to discuss future investment in the greenfield Noida International Airport project.

"This partnership reflects India's growing aspirations for building world-class infrastructure - Piyush Goyal"

New Delhi, February 27

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal held a meeting with the Managing Director of Zurich Airport International Ltd, Daniel Bircher, and discussed ongoing and future investment plans, particularly regarding the Noida International Airport project.

In a social media post, the minister said he was delighted to meet Daniel Bircher and deliberate on their ongoing and future investment plans, particularly concerning the Noida International Airport project.

Goyal stated, "Delighted to meet Mr. Daniel Bircher, Managing Director, Zurich Airport International Ltd. Deliberated on their ongoing & future investment plans particularly regarding the Noida International Airport project. This partnership reflects India's growing aspirations for building world-class infrastructure and our journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047".

Noida International Airport (NIA) is set to become a prime example of a world-class greenfield airport and is expected to provide a new direction for Delhi-NCR's global connectivity. The airport will be a state-of-the-art facility working towards net-zero emissions, showcasing a blend of Swiss efficiency and Indian hospitality.

The project has been developed through a Public-Private Partnership with the Uttar Pradesh government and Zurich Airport International AG. The Jewar Airport is expected to spur real estate development and generate about one lakh direct and indirect jobs.

With an initial annual capacity of 1.2 crore passengers, the airport is expected to serve as an economic hub. The first phase will feature a single runway and a terminal capable of handling 12 million passengers annually, with the potential to expand to 70 million passengers across four phases.

Located 75 km from Delhi, the airport will be the NCR's second international airport after Indira Gandhi International Airport, boosting connectivity for western Uttar Pradesh. It is also expected to emerge as a strategic hub for cargo operations, thereby enhancing logistics and economic growth in the region.

The airport is linked by six roads, rapid rail-cum-metro connectivity, and pod taxis. It will feature a CAT-III B Instrument Landing System to enable operations in low visibility conditions.

Once operational, the airport will help relieve pressure on Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport and further strengthen regional aviation connectivity, giving a significant boost to infrastructure development in the region.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone who travels frequently from Delhi, the congestion at IGI is a real pain. A second international airport with Swiss expertise in efficiency is exactly what we need. The net-zero emissions goal is also very commendable. Looking forward to smoother travels!
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Vikram M
While the project sounds impressive on paper, I hope the execution matches the vision. Past infrastructure projects have sometimes faced delays and cost overruns. The government must ensure transparency and timely completion. The promise of 'Swiss efficiency' needs to be delivered on Indian soil.
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Priya S
This is a big step for western UP's development. Better connectivity will boost tourism and business in Agra, Mathura, and other historical cities. The cargo hub potential is exciting for local industries. Hope the rapid rail connectivity is operational soon after the airport opens.
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Rohit P
Great to see foreign investment and partnerships for nation-building. The blend of Swiss tech and Indian hospitality is a winning formula. Hope the 'greenfield' aspect means they plan it properly from the start to avoid the chaos we see at some older airports. Jai Hind!
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Michael C
The scale is ambitious – from 12 million to 70 million passengers. The CAT-III B system for low visibility is crucial given Delhi's winter fog. This project seems well-planned on the technical front. The real test will be the last-mile connectivity via pod taxis and metro.

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