Ghaziabad Unveils ₹63 Crore Expansion Plan for Hindon Airport
Ghaziabad proposes ₹63 crore plan for Hindon airport expansion
Hindustan Times
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The Ghaziabad district administration has proposed a ₹63 crore plan to acquire 6.8 hectares of land for the expansion of Hindon airport. This plan includes enhancements to passenger facilities and infrastructure, with the aim to improve services for travelers from Ghaziabad and surrounding regions.
- 01Proposal includes acquisition of 6.8 hectares of land for expansion.
- 02₹63 crore will be paid to landholders at double the circle rates.
- 03Expansion plans involve terminal upgrades and new passenger facilities.
- 04Short-term improvements are expected to be completed by August.
- 05Hindon airport serves passengers from Ghaziabad and surrounding areas.
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The Ghaziabad district administration has finalized a proposal to acquire 6.8 hectares of land for the long-term expansion of Hindon airport, with a budget of ₹63 crore (approximately $7.6 million USD) earmarked for land acquisition. The proposal has been sent to the state government for approval, and consent has already been obtained from 40 landholders, who will receive compensation at rates double the local circle rates. The Airport Authority of India (AAI) is planning significant upgrades to the airport's civil terminal, which currently operates on the Indian Air Force's Hindon runway and spans about 22,050 square meters. Planned enhancements include improved parking, food courts, and various passenger utilities. Additionally, a short-term improvement plan is underway, expected to be completed by August 15, which will augment seating, security, and air-conditioning facilities. The civil terminal has been operational since October 2019, serving passengers from Ghaziabad, Gautam Budh Nagar, Delhi, and other regions of western Uttar Pradesh.
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The expansion of Hindon airport is expected to enhance travel convenience for local residents, potentially increasing passenger capacity and improving overall airport services.
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