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The new terminal building at Vijayawada International Airport will be ready in just a few months according to the Civil Aviation Minister. Travelers can now enjoy budget-friendly food and drinks at the newly opened Udan Yatri Cafe, where tea costs only ₹10. Exciting new flight connections are coming soon, including an international route to Singapore and domestic flights to three major cities. This is part of the government's broader vision to make air travel more accessible and comfortable for all Indians.

Key Points: Vijayawada Airport New Terminal Ready in Months Says Rammohan Naidu

  • New Integrated Terminal Building construction progressing for completion within months
  • Udan Yatri Cafe offers tea at ₹10 and affordable snacks for passengers
  • New international flight from Vijayawada to Singapore will launch soon
  • Domestic routes to Ahmedabad Varanasi and Pune to be established
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New terminal building of Vijayawada Airport to be ready in few months: Union Minister

Union Minister announces Vijayawada's new terminal completion timeline, new Singapore flight, and affordable Udan Yatri Cafe with ₹10 tea.

"Looking ahead, we will ensure that every airport in India features a Udan Yatri Café - Kinjarapau Rammohan Naidu"

Vijayawada, Sep 29

The new terminal building at Vijayawada International Airport will be completed within a few months, Union Minister of Civil Aviation Kinjarapau Rammohan Naidu said on Monday.

He said that the construction of the New Integrated Terminal Building (NITB) is in progress and is expected to be completed within the next few months. Upon completion, the new terminal will significantly increase passenger-serving capacity.

The Civil Aviation Minister was speaking at the inauguration of the Udan Yatri Cafe at Vijayawada Airport. The Udan Yatri Cafe will play a crucial role in enhancing the passenger experience by offering affordable and quality food and beverages, including tea priced at Rs. 10 and coffee, snacks and sweets at Rs. 20.

Vijayawada International Airport became the 7th airport (and 6th AAI airport) after Kolkata, Pune, Chennai, Bhubaneswar, Ahmedabad and Hollongi to get an Udan Yatri Café. Ram Mohan Naidu emphasised that the Udan Yatri Cafe initiative would ensure that no air passenger would travel with an unfilled stomach. He further announced that more Udan Yatri Cafes would be established at airports across the country in a phased manner.

The Civil Aviation Minister also provided a crucial update on future developments at Vijayawada International Airport. He said that a new international flight connection from Vijayawada to Singapore will be launched soon, and that new domestic routes to Ahmedabad, Varanasi, and Pune would be established in the near future.

As part of the 'Ek Ped Maa ke Naam' initiative, a sapling was planted by the Minister of Civil Aviation on the city side of the airport. Kesineni Sivanath, Member of Parliament, Vijayawada; Dr Sharad Kumar, Member (Operations), Airports Authority of India (AAI); Dr H Srinivas, Member (HR), AAI; and senior officials from AAI were present.

Rammohan Naidu later posted on X that the Udan Yatri Café, which ensures comfort and value for every traveller, is a step forward in fulfilling Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of affordable and accessible air travel for all. He interacted with passengers and was delighted to receive positive feedback from them, the minister said. “Looking ahead, we will ensure that every airport in India features a Udan Yatri Café, reinforcing our commitment to affordable services and enhanced passenger experience across the nation,” he added.

- IANS

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Priya S
Tea at Rs. 10 and snacks at Rs. 20? This is a game-changer! Airport food prices have been ridiculous for years. Hope this Udan Yatri Cafe model spreads to all airports quickly. 👍
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Arun Y
While I appreciate the development, I hope the construction quality matches the timeline promises. We've seen many infrastructure projects get delayed. Fingers crossed this completes on schedule.
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Sarah B
As someone who travels frequently from Vijayawada, this is much needed. The current terminal gets very crowded during peak hours. Looking forward to the enhanced capacity and new routes to Ahmedabad and Varanasi!
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Karthik V
The 'Ek Ped Maa ke Naam' initiative along with airport development shows holistic thinking. Development with environmental consciousness is the way forward for India. 🌱
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Michael C
Affordable food at airports is a basic necessity that's been overlooked for too long. Great to see the government addressing this. Hope the quality matches the affordable pricing.

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