Surat airport set to get int'l tag as cabinet approves proposal
Hindustan Times|December 16, 2023
The Union Cabinet on Friday approved a proposal to declare Surat Airport an international airport, days before Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate a new terminal building on Sunday.
Saptarshi Das

"Elevating Surat Airport to international status is paramount for enhancing economic growth, attracting foreign investment, and bolstering diplomatic ties... his (Modi's) strategic move promises to unlock unprecedented economic potential, making Surat a key player in the international aviation landscape," a press statement said.

Last year, the Union government had approved ₹353 crore for the new terminal building.

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