Patna Airport: Modi Launches Major Airport Developments in Patna, Boosting Bihar's Connectivity, ET Infra
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Patna airport gets a modern terminal building! This is great news for Bihar's progress.
Here are some glimpses from the new terminal. pic.twitter.com/bRSqgT8ajk — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 29, 2025
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated the new terminal building at Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport in Patna and laid the foundation stone for a civil enclave at Bihta airport, located on the outskirts of the city.According to PTI, the terminal at Patna airport was developed at a cost of ₹1,200 crore, while the Bihta civil enclave project will require ₹1,410 crore, according to officials.The Prime Minister unveiled the projects at a function held at Patna airport during a two-day visit to the state ahead of the Lok Sabha elections.Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu, and Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha were present at the event.The new terminal at Patna airport spans 65,150 square metres and is designed to handle 3,000 passengers during peak hours and up to 1 crore passengers annually. The building incorporates elements inspired by the regional landscape and Mithila art The upcoming terminal building at Bihta will cover 68,000 square metres. It is planned to accommodate 3,000 passengers during peak hours and up to 50 lakh passengers annually by 2047. The project also includes supporting infrastructure such as a multilevel car park and a service block, and will reflect historical architectural influences.The terminal will feature an insulated roofing system, LED lighting, and heat-resistant glazing to maintain indoor temperatures.Chief Minister Kumar said the projects will support the state's air connectivity and tourism sector, adding that they will contribute to economic growth and development.Deputy CM Choudhary described the event as a historic moment for Bihar. 'This terminal is a big step towards the development of Bihar. This will improve air travel facilities and help people travel faster. This project will give new economic strength not only to Bihar but to the entire eastern India,' he said.According to a government statement, the infrastructure upgrades aim to support growing domestic travel and strengthen connectivity. The projects are expected to encourage investment in sectors such as education and healthcare, create jobs, and enhance the region's role in trade and commerce.'This initiative is in line with the nation's broader goals of economic diversification and regional development,' the statement said.
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