Navi Mumbai International Airport Nears Completion with Airside Work Done

The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) has reached a significant milestone, with all airside construction now complete, according to officials from the Navi Mumbai International Airport Limited (NMIAL) and the City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO). The project, a critical infrastructure development for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, is on track to become a major aviation hub, easing pressure on Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.

A recent project review meeting, chaired by CIDCO Vice Chairman and Managing Director Vijay Singhal, confirmed that the focus has shifted to finishing terminal buildings and enhancing landside access. The meeting, attended by senior representatives from CIDCO, the Adani Group, Larsen & Toubro (L&T), and NMIAL, emphasized the project’s progress, with biweekly reviews ensuring adherence to timelines.
The NMIA, sprawling across 1,160 hectares, is being developed in phases. Its initial phase, designed to handle 20 million passengers annually, includes a runway compliant with Code F standards, parallel taxiways, a passenger terminal (T1), freight terminals, and supporting infrastructure. Upon completion of all phases, the airport is expected to accommodate 90 million passengers and 3.2 million tonnes of cargo each year.

Sustainability is a core feature of the greenfield airport, incorporating eco-friendly measures such as rainwater harvesting, solar power, and environmentally conscious construction practices. The project is poised to boost regional connectivity, trade, tourism, and economic growth across Maharashtra.
Regulatory approvals, including the Aerodrome License from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and security clearance from the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), are progressing smoothly, with no anticipated obstacles.