Jewar Airport to be renamed after PM Modi
UP Cabinet decides to rename Jewar International Airport after PM Narendra Modi to mark 25 years of his public service.
In a move described as historic and far-reaching, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to rename the upcoming Jewar International Airport after Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The decision, finalized by the state cabinet, marks a significant tribute to the Prime Minister as he completes 25 years of public service to the nation.
A Tribute to 25 Years of Public Service
The Uttar Pradesh Council of Ministers passed a resolution to officially name the facility the 'Narendra Modi International Airport, Noida-Jewar'. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced the decision in Lucknow, expressing deep gratitude to the Prime Minister for the development of the Noida International Airport in Gautam Buddha Nagar.
CM Adityanath highlighted that the airport is set to become the largest aviation hub in the country. He referred to the Prime Minister as a 'Karmayogi' and credited his leadership for the renewed self-confidence and all-round progress seen across Uttar Pradesh.
Cabinet Leaders Hail the Decision
Following the announcement, several high-ranking officials in the state government expressed their support for the resolution:
- Keshav Prasad Maurya (Deputy Chief Minister): Described the decision as "historic," noting that the Prime Minister has represented Uttar Pradesh through the Varanasi Lok Sabha constituency for three consecutive terms.
- Suresh Khanna (Minister): Lauded Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for granting consent to the renaming to honor the Prime Minister's quarter-century of service to India.
- Rakesh Sachan (Minister): Confirmed that the Council of Ministers reached a unanimous decision, with every member supporting the proposal to rename the airport.
The new airport, located in Gautam Buddha Nagar, is expected to transform the region into a massive aviation and economic hub, significantly boosting the infrastructure landscape of Uttar Pradesh.