New Delhi — Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated Phase I of the Noida International Airport, developed with an investment of about ₹11,200 crore.
According to official statements, the airport is expected to serve a wide region in western Uttar Pradesh, including Agra, Mathura, Aligarh, Ghaziabad, Meerut, and nearby districts, as well as parts of neighboring states. The project is positioned as part of broader efforts to expand connectivity and infrastructure in the region.
Speaking at the event, Modi said the airport would create opportunities for farmers, small and medium enterprises, and young people by improving access to domestic and international markets. He also noted that the project had been approved in 2003 and progressed to completion in recent years.
The Prime Minister highlighted parallel infrastructure developments in the region, including rail and metro expansion and a semiconductor facility, describing them as part of a wider push to strengthen connectivity and industrial growth.
Officials stated that the airport is expected to complement existing freight corridors and enhance logistics capabilities, enabling faster movement of goods by air and land. Plans for a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility at the site were also referenced, aimed at supporting aviation services and generating employment.
The government said the project forms part of ongoing efforts to expand India’s aviation network and improve accessibility beyond major metropolitan areas.
