en.Wedoany.com Reported - GMR Airports has officially taken over the operations of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport in Nagpur, marking a significant shift in the airport's management and long-term development plans. This 30-year concession agreement aims to transform the airport into a larger aviation and logistics hub in central India.
Under the new structure, GMR's subsidiary, GMR Nagpur International Airport Ltd, will be responsible for the airport's operations and phased redevelopment. The plans include upgrades to passenger facilities, improvements to airside infrastructure, and enhancements in cargo handling capacity. The initial development target is set at an annual passenger throughput of 4 million and cargo throughput of 20,000 metric tons. The long-term vision is even more ambitious, aiming for a future annual capacity of 30 million passengers.
Nagpur holds strategic significance, located at the geographical center of India and long associated with the Nagpur Multi-modal International Cargo Hub and Airport (MIHAN) project. The airport's redevelopment is expected to support passenger and cargo activities, as well as the broader economy of the Vidarbha region and surrounding areas. This handover follows a lengthy transition process and formal agreement structure between GMR and relevant public entities. Officials and company statements indicate that this marks the beginning of a new phase of airport modernization, with the broader goal of making Nagpur a stronger gateway in central India.
Cargo growth will be a key component of the airport's transformation. Nagpur has long been viewed as a potential logistics hub, rather than just a passenger airport. The planned cargo terminal, combined with improved airside systems, is expected to enable faster processing and better connectivity for industrial users. This project also reflects the growing role of private airport operators in India's aviation infrastructure development. For GMR, Nagpur becomes another key asset following major airports such as Delhi and Hyderabad, and this takeover expands its footprint in central India (Source: travel.economictimes report).
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