Navi Mumbai airport to be operational in March 2025, says MoS Mohol

Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol on Saturday stated the Navi Mumbai Worldwide Airport is slated to begin operations in March 2025.

Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu and Mohol visited the airport web site and reviewed the progress of the continuing work.

“Going by the progress of the work, the airport shall be operational in March subsequent 12 months. It would improve connectivity with neighbouring Mumbai, Pune, Thane, Kalyan, and western Maharashtra,” Mohol stated, highlighting its worldwide requirements and anticipated annual footfall of practically 20 million passengers.

He expressed positivity in direction of naming the airport after late PWP chief DB Patil. He additionally assured that points about compensation for project-affected individuals (PAP) could be resolved by way of discussions with administration.

“We’re dedicated to making sure that individuals who have contributed land for the airport challenge will not be displaced,” the minister clarified, emphasising the federal government’s consciousness of project-related points and compensations.

He underscored Prime Minister Modi’s ongoing help for improvement initiatives in Maharashtra.

Speaking concerning the outcomes of the Maharashtra council elections, Mohol lauded the Mahayuti alliance’s efficiency and urged the Congress to introspect on its inner challenges.

The ruling Mahayuti alliance on Friday gained all of the 9 seats it contested within the biennial elections to 11 legislative council seats, whereas the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi confronted a setback as a candidate backed by NCP (SP) misplaced.



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