Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurates Phase I of Noida International Airport, developed with an investment of around ₹11,200 crore

The inauguration of the Noida International Airport at Jewar marks a major milestone in India’s infrastructure journey. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi emphasized its significance not only as India’s largest airport but also as a catalyst for growth in Western Uttar Pradesh.

Regional impact:
The airport will serve Agra, Mathura, Aligarh, Ghaziabad, Meerut, Etawah, Bulandshahr, and Faridabad, opening new opportunities for farmers, SMEs, and youth.

Agriculture boost:
Modern connectivity will help food processing industries and allow local produce to reach global markets more efficiently.

Energy resilience:
Ethanol production from sugarcane has saved India about ₹1.5 lakh crore in foreign exchange, reducing crude oil imports.

Connectivity revolution:
Alongside Jewar Airport, projects like the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat train and Meerut Metro expansion are transforming mobility in the region.

Global logistics hub:
With freight corridors converging at Dadri, the region is set to become a major logistics and investment hub.

Aviation ecosystem:
A new MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) facility at Jewar will reduce dependence on foreign services and create jobs.

Infrastructure scale-up:
India now has over 160 airports, with Uttar Pradesh alone hosting 17, supported by schemes like UDAN to make air travel affordable.

This inauguration ties into the broader Viksit UP, Viksit Bharat Abhiyan, showcasing how infrastructure, agriculture, and technology are being woven together to drive growth.