PM Modi inaugurates Jodhpur airport terminal

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New Delhi, July 4

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated a new terminal at Jodhpur Airport in the western Indian state of Rajasthan and launched a revamped version of the government’s regional air connectivity programme, UDAN. The new terminal, built at a cost of ₹480 crore ($56m; £41m), covers more than 23,000 sq m (247,500 sq ft) and is designed to handle up to two million passengers a year. After unveiling a commemorative plaque, Modi toured the terminal, which features modern passenger facilities and an architectural design inspired by Rajasthan’s royal heritage, incorporating traditional arches and jharokhas (ornate overhanging balconies).

During the visit, folk artistes performed cultural programmes to welcome the prime minister. PM Modi also launched the Modified UDAN Scheme, an updated version of the government’s regional aviation initiative aimed at improving air connectivity across India. The government has allocated ₹28,840 crore for the programme over the next 10 years. Officials say the revised scheme is intended to expand regional air services and support aviation-led economic development through improved connectivity.

 Modi was received on arrival by Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagade, Union Minister and Jodhpur MP Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, and Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma.