Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Noida International Airport in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday. The airport becomes the second international gateway for the Delhi-NCR region. Therefore, it will help reduce heavy passenger traffic at Indira Gandhi International Airport in the national capital.
Phased Development to Boost Capacity
Authorities are developing the airport in two major stages. They plan to increase passenger capacity from 70 million to 225 million over time.
In the first stage, the project includes four phases. Initially, the airport will handle 12 million passengers annually. Then, capacity will gradually rise to 70 million passengers per year. As a result, the airport will significantly expand aviation capacity in the region.
The inauguration of Phase-I of Noida International Airport marks a major step in Uttar Pradesh’s growth story and India’s aviation future. https://t.co/8OLduHTZU8
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 28, 2026
Key Features of Noida International Airport
Massive Area and Integrated Facilities
The airport spans 11,742.45 acres. It includes an 87-acre multi-modal cargo hub and a 40-acre maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) hub. Notably, it will be India’s first airport with an in-house maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility.
Potential to Become India’s Largest Airport
Officials expect the airport to become the largest in India after full completion. It could handle up to 225 million passengers annually. Shailendra Bhatia earlier said the project will boost economic activity and improve connectivity across the NCR region.
Dedicated Cargo and Logistics Infrastructure
Authorities have allocated 87 acres for a multi-modal cargo hub. This hub will include cargo terminals, warehouses, and a logistics zone. Additionally, around 30 acres will support domestic, international, and express courier terminals. Consequently, the airport will strengthen freight movement and trade.
Advanced Runway and Navigation Systems
The airport features a 3,900-metre runway. Therefore, it can accommodate wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777-300ER. It also includes modern navigation systems like the Instrument Landing System and advanced lighting. These systems will ensure safe operations in all weather conditions.
Focus on Sustainability
The airport integrates eco-friendly features into its design. It uses natural light and ventilation to reduce energy use. Moreover, it includes rainwater harvesting and plans to adopt renewable energy. Hence, the project aligns with a net-zero emissions target.
Boost to Connectivity and Economy
Overall, the airport will improve regional connectivity and support economic growth across Delhi-NCR. It will ease congestion at existing airports while creating new opportunities for trade, travel, and infrastructure development.