Jewar Airport to be renamed Narendra Modi International Airport
UP Cabinet passes resolution to rename Noida International Airport in Jewar as Narendra Modi International Airport to honour the Prime Minister.
In a major decision aimed at honouring the Prime Minister, the Uttar Pradesh Council of Ministers has passed a resolution to rename the upcoming Noida International Airport in Jewar as the Narendra Modi International Airport. The announcement was made by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during a press conference held in Lucknow on Friday.
A Tribute to 25 Years of Public Service
The renaming comes as part of a broader move by the state government to celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modi's milestone of completing 25 years of continuous public service as a head of government. The UP Cabinet passed a resolution acknowledging this journey, marking October 7 as a significant date in the nation's history.
Speaking on the decision, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed the state's gratitude, stating that the Council of Ministers is thankful to the Prime Minister for the gift of the Noida International Airport. He noted that the facility is poised to become the largest airport in Uttar Pradesh and is destined to evolve into the country's premier aviation hub.
"A Deeply Personal Bond"
The Chief Minister highlighted the unique relationship between the Prime Minister and the state of Uttar Pradesh. He described the connection as "deeply personal," noting that under PM Modi's leadership, the state has entered a transformative era where development and cultural heritage progress in tandem.
"The Council of Ministers of UP extends its heartfelt congratulations to PM Modi on the completion of 25 years of continuous, dedicated service as the Head of Government," the Chief Minister remarked, adding that the state takes immense pride in being led by a Prime Minister who serves as a representative from its own soil.
The Rise of a New Era in UP
CM Yogi Adityanath referred to the Prime Minister as a "Karmayogi," attributing the renewed self-confidence and rapid growth of Uttar Pradesh to his guidance. He emphasized that the state is currently scaling new heights of all-round progress, driven by a vision that balances global identity with civilizational values.
The official name for the facility will be the 'Narendra Modi International Airport, Noida-Jewar', ensuring that the landmark infrastructure project is forever linked to the Prime Minister's legacy of development.