PM Modi Inaugurates Bhogapuram International Airport

In a significant development for Andhra Pradesh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the state’s first greenfield international airport in Bhogapuram, Vizianagaram district. The airport, built at a cost of over ₹6,000 crore, marks a major milestone in the state’s infrastructure development, particularly in the eastern region..

With the inauguration of the airport, Andhra Pradesh has joined the league of states with international airports. Addressing a large gathering of officials, dignitaries, and locals, Mr. Modi emphasized the importance of good connectivity for the economic growth and development of the region..

The Bhogapuram airport will not only connect the state with the world but also provide a much-needed fillip to the local economy, he said, adding that it would promote the region’s rich cultural heritage, scenic beauty, and tourism potential. The Prime Minister was accompanied by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, Union Minister for Civil Aviation Jyotiraditya Scindia, and several other officials. The Bhogapuram International Airport, spread over 2,050 acres, is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including a 4.0 km runway, a 100,000-liter per hour capacity rainwater harvesting system, and a 25 MW solar power plant..

The airport is expected to cater to both domestic and international flights, initially with five Airbus A320s, and will have the capacity to handle over 4,500 passengers per hour. The inauguration of the airport marks a significant step forward in the development of Andhra Pradesh, which has been a long-standing demand of the people of the state. Since the state was bifurcated in 2014, this is the first greenfield international airport to be built in the region..

In addition to the airport, Mr. Modi laid the foundation stones for projects worth over ₹17,900 crore across the state, marking a major investment push in the region. The projects include a medical college in Kakinada, a railway line connecting Andhra Pradesh to Odisha, a gas pipeline, a textile park, and solar power plants..

The Prime Minister also expressed his appreciation for the efforts of the Andhra Pradesh government in promoting the state’s growth and development. The Andhra Pradesh government has worked diligently to create an investor-friendly environment and to attract significant investments in the state, he said. The Medical College and Hospital in Kakinada is a 900-bed facility that will provide medical training and healthcare services to the people of the surrounding districts..

The ₹1,500 crore project is expected to be completed within the next two years and will create over 5,000 direct and indirect job opportunities. The ₹4,500 crore railway line connecting Andhra Pradesh to Odisha is a significant infrastructure development that will connect the state to one of its neighboring states and enhance trade and commerce between them. The project is expected to create job opportunities for thousands of workers and will also stimulate economic growth in the region..

The ₹2,500 crore gas pipeline, to be developed by the GAIL (India) Limited, will connect the natural gas resources of the eastern region with the consumption centers in the state of Andhra Pradesh. The pipeline will be approximately 450 km long and will supply natural gas to several industrial units in the state. The ₹2,500 crore textile park, to be developed by the AP Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Ltd., will provide a world-class infrastructure for textile manufacturing units..

The park will have a built-up area of over 10 million square feet and will create thousands of direct and indirect job opportunities. The ₹5,000 crore solar power project, to be developed by the NTPC, will generate over 1,000 MW of clean and sustainable energy. The project will include the setting up of five solar power plants, each with a capacity of over 200 MW..

In a significant move, the Prime Minister also allocated ₹2,000 crore for the development of water resources in the state. The project includes the construction of a 100 MGD Drinking Water Treatment Plant in Vijayawada and a 250 MGD Desalination Plant in Kakinada. The Prime Minister’s visit and the launch of these projects have sent a positive signal to investors, entrepreneurs, and the local population..

These projects will not only create jobs and stimulate economic growth but also improve the quality of life of the people of Andhra Pradesh. The development of the Bhogapuram International Airport and the launch of these projects will make Andhra Pradesh a major player in the economic landscape of the country. With its strategic location and world-class infrastructure, the state is poised to attract significant investments and create opportunities for growth and development..

As the state gears up to welcome the international community with the inauguration of the Bhogapuram International Airport, it is a historic moment that marks the beginning of a new era in the state’s development. The Prime Minister’s visit and the launch of these projects will undoubtedly have far-reaching consequences for the state’s growth and prosperity. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy expressed his gratitude to the Prime Minister for his efforts in promoting the state’s growth and development..

We are grateful to the Prime Minister for his initiative in launching these significant projects in the state, he said, adding that the projects will have a positive impact on the economy and the quality of life of the people of the state. The inauguration of the Bhogapuram International Airport and the launch of these projects mark a significant milestone in the development of Andhra Pradesh. With the Prime Minister’s commitment to the state’s growth and development, the state looks forward to a brighter future..