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TTT NEWS NETWORK
NEW DELHI | 28 MARCH 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, today inaugurated the Noida International Airport at Jewar in Uttar Pradesh. He noted that India’s largest state has now become one of the states with the highest number of international airports. PM Modi shared that he felt doubly proud , first, for having laid the foundation stone of this airport and now inaugurating it, and second, because the name of this grand airport is linked to Uttar Pradesh.
Highlighting the far-reaching impact of the new airport, the Prime Minister said that the Noida airport will benefit a vast region encompassing Agra, Mathura, Aligarh, Ghaziabad, Meerut, Etawah, Bulandshahr, and Faridabad. He emphasised that the airport will bring numerous new opportunities for the farmers, small and medium enterprises, and the youth of western Uttar Pradesh. “Aircraft will fly from here to the world, and this airport will also become a symbol of a developed Uttar Pradesh taking flight,” said Shri Modi, extending his heartfelt congratulations to the people of the state, especially western UP.
The Prime Minister credited the current Government for these remarkable achievements in UP’s development. He noted that the semiconductor factory is making India self-reliant in technology, the Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat Rail are providing fast and smart connectivity, and the Jewar Airport is connecting entire North India to the world. ” Today under the current government, the same Noida is becoming a powerful engine of UP’s development,” asserted Shri Modi.
Today, there are more than 160 airports, PM Modi remarked that the Air connectivity is now reaching not just metropolitan cities but also smaller towns. “ The current government has made air travel accessible for the common Indian,” asserted Shri Modi, adding that the number of airports in Uttar Pradesh has been increased to seventeen.
Highlighting the impact of the UDAN scheme, the Prime Minister said that the government has consistently strived to ensure that while airports are built, airfares remain within the reach of ordinary families. Noting that more than one crore sixty lakh citizens have travelled by air at affordable rates by booking tickets under the UDAN scheme, Shri Modi remarked, “ Recently, the Central Government has further expanded the UDAN scheme with an approval of approximately Rs 29,000 crore, under which 100 new airports and 200 new helipads will be built in smaller cities in the coming years. UP will also benefit immensely from this.”
Speaking about India’s rapidly growing aviation sector, the Prime Minister noted that as new airports are being built, the demand for new aircraft is also rising, with various airlines placing orders for hundreds of new planes. Shri Modi observed that this creates tremendous opportunities for the youth, including pilots, cabin crew, and maintenance professionals, adding that “our government is also expanding training facilities in the aviation sector” to meet this growing demand.
Addressing a critical gap in India’s aviation ecosystem, the Prime Minister drew attention to the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) sector, noting that 85 per cent of Indian aircraft still have to go abroad for MRO services. PM Modi noted that the government has resolved to make India self-reliant in the MRO sector as well and highlighted that today, the foundation stone of an MRO facility has been laid here at Jewar. “When ready, it will serve aircraft from India and abroad , generating revenue for the country, keeping our money within India, and creating numerous jobs for the youth,” announced Shri Modi.
Mr. Vikas Bhasin, Managing Director, Saya Group:
“Finally, the much-awaited Jewar Airport is set to commence operations soon. Over the past few years, the real estate sector across multiple segments—residential, commercial, warehousing, industrial, hospitality, and others—has witnessed significant growth, and this momentum is expected to accelerate further once the airport becomes operational. Along with the airport, the development of industrial and economic corridors is also transforming the region. With investments flowing into Noida and Greater Noida from across the globe, the area is poised for substantial growth for at least the next decade. The region holds immense potential, not only in terms of real estate development but also as a major hub for business, employment, logistics, and infrastructure-led expansion.”
Mr. Jash Panchamia, Executive Director, Jaypee Infratech Limited:
“The long-awaited Jewar Airport is now set to become operational, ushering in a new phase of growth for the entire region. Its launch is expected to open a fresh chapter in the development journey of Noida, Greater Noida, and the Yamuna Expressway belt.
Beyond the airport itself, the government has lined up several major infrastructure and development initiatives in the region, including industrial corridors, economic zones, logistics hubs, tech parks, and large-scale residential developments. Together, these projects are laying the foundation for a well-integrated urban and economic ecosystem. The region has already delivered healthy returns to early investors in nearby areas. However, we believe the real growth story is still unfolding. As airport-led activity gathers pace and more industries, offices, and businesses begin operations, demand for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments is expected to rise significantly. Over the next few years, we expect Noida, Greater Noida, and the Yamuna Expressway region to remain among the most promising real estate destinations in NCR, with the potential to deliver strong double-digit returns for investors.”
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