Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for approving the development of the civil enclave at Srinagar International Airport.
In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor has said: “J&K Skies Soar: dawn of a bold aviation era. I am grateful to Hon’ble PM Sh Narendra Modi Ji for major expansion of Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport. I vividly remember the announcement we made at Srinagar on 25th Sept 2021 in presence of then Hon’ble Minister for @MoCA_GoI.
“CCEA’s Rs.1,677 crore approval for a new 71,500 sqm Civil Enclave marks a defining leap in connectivity for the Valley. It is designed to serve 2,900 passengers during peak hours and an annual capacity of 10 million passengers per annum.
“Better connectivity will ensure more tourists, more investment and more jobs. The new Civil Enclave at Srinagar will upgrade Valley’s economic future and transforming Srinagar from a beautiful destination into a thriving one.
“Under the leadership of Hon’ble PM Sh. Narendra Modi Ji, Jammu Airport’s new terminal is set for completion by end of this year. Upon commissioning, the advanced infrastructure in the renowned spiritual city will bolster connectivity and catalyze remarkable economic advancement.”
Meanwhile, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for approving the development of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport at an estimated cost of ₹1,677 crore.
Welcoming the decision, the Chief Minister said the expansion of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar Airport will give a major boost to the economy of Jammu and Kashmir. He noted that improved air connectivity will facilitate greater tourist inflow, enhance trade and business opportunities, and create new avenues for employment generation across sectors linked to tourism and services.
“The expansion of Srinagar Airport is a transformative step for Jammu and Kashmir. Enhanced aviation infrastructure will not only strengthen connectivity with the rest of the country but also accelerate economic growth and tourism in the region,” the Chief Minister said.
He reiterated that improved connectivity remains central to unlocking the full economic potential of Jammu and Kashmir, adding that the approved project will play a pivotal role in positioning the region as a premier tourism and investment destination.
