PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the much-awaited Navi Mumbai International Airport today. Built to ease the load on the congested Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, the NMIA is a blend of cutting-edge technology and striking art installations.
What is so special about the Navi Mumbai International Airport
The NMIA features a 32,000 sq ft digital art programme, 4,000 sq ft of LED screens, and is fully DigiYatra-enabled for to give passengers the comfort of seamless travel. Flyers can pre-book their parking, check in at 66 counters, or use 22 self-baggage drop points to save their time. In fact, there’ an airport app which will allow passengers to order food from anywhere and get it delivered to them. What makes this airport even more fascinating are the gaming zones, the easy metro connectivity, and paperless transactions across non-aero areas which promise a hassle-free airport experience.
The Navi Mumbai International Airport also features multiple runways and has AI-equipped passenger management systems. It also has eco-friendly designs which prioritise sustainability with rainwater harvesting, green landscapes, and noise reduction technology.
PM Modi to inaugurate Mumbai Metro Line-3, to link South Mumbai to suburbs
The new Mumbai Metro Line-3, stretching 33.5 km from Cuffe Parade to Aarey JVLR with 27 stations, will serve about 13 lakh passengers every day. The final Phase 2B of the project will connect South Mumbai’s famous cultural areas like Fort, Kala Ghoda, and Marine Drive with key financial and government centres such as the Bombay High Court, Mantralaya, RBI, BSE, and Nariman Point.
The metro has been planned to link smoothly with other transport systems — including railways, airports, other metro lines, and the monorail — to improve last-mile travel and ease congestion across the city.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also launch “Mumbai One,” an Integrated Common Mobility App that will bring together 11 public transport services under one platform. These include Mumbai Metro Lines 1, 2A, 3, and 7, Mumbai Monorail, Navi Mumbai Metro, Mumbai Suburban Railways, and bus services run by BEST, Thane, Mira Bhayander, Kalyan Dombivli, and Navi Mumbai transport authorities.
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PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: Multiple runways planned
There are multiple runways planned for the Navi Mumbai International Airport. These are:
– Two ‘Code F’ compliant parallel runways
– Runway 1: 3,700m length/ 60m width
– Runway 2: 3,700m length/ 60m width
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: ‘ Navi Mumbai Airport will ease the capacity constraints in the Mumbai region,’ says IATA
The opening of Navi Mumbai International Airport has been praised as a key achievement for India’s aviation industry, with experts highlighting its economic and social benefits. Sheldon Hee, Regional Vice President for Asia Pacific at the International Air Transport Association (IATA), said the airport will help ease congestion in Mumbai, improve connectivity, and support India’s rapidly growing aviation sector. He also noted that aviation contributes significantly to the economy and employment and expressed hope for close collaboration to enhance capacity, innovation, and passenger experience at the new airport.
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: Fadnavis shares pictures of Mumbai Metro Line, stations, Aarey car depot and more – See here
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis shared glimpses of the Metro line ahead of its launch by PM Modi on Wednesday, and also of its stations, Aarey Car Depot, and the Cuff Parade crossover on his X handle.
As we gear up for the flag off of the most awaited, most talked about addition to Mumbaikars’ life - the #mumbaimetro3 2B, here’s a glimpse of the Aarey Car Depot, the Cuff parade cross over, the tunnels, the stations, the trains !
Few hours to go.. @narendramodi @MumbaiMetro3… pic.twitter.com/h8I7OAWnBT
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: New airport to ease traffic at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport
The Navi Mumbai International Airport, Mumbai’s second international airport, will operate alongside Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) to reduce congestion and help Mumbai join the group of major cities with multiple international airports.
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: Why does the Navi Mumbai airport have a lotus shape design?
The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) features a striking lotus-shaped design, inspired by India’s national flower. This is because the airport is environmentally friendly, generating 37 MW of green power. All vehicles at the airport will be electric or use alternative fuels, and sustainable aviation fuel will be produced and used on a large scale, making NMIA a major hub for green energy in aviation.
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: What time will PM Modi inaugurate the Navi Mumbai airport?
According to an official statement from the Prime Minister’s Office, PM Modi will arrive in Navi Mumbai around 3 pm and take a tour of the newly built Navi Mumbai International Airport. At about 3:30 pm, he will officially inaugurate the airport, launch and dedicate several development projects in Mumbai, and address the public during the event.
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: Modi-Starmer to chair CEO roundtable in Mumbai on Thursday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK PM Keir Starmer are also scheduled to jointly chair a CEO roundtable in Mumbai on Thursday. The meeting is aimed at strengthening India–UK economic ties and expanding business partnerships across key sectors.
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: ‘A new era of national development’ – Fadnavis hails NMIA ahead of launch
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday described the opening of the Navi Mumbai International Airport as a “milestone in infrastructure development.” In a post on X, the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) wrote, “A New Era of National Development, A Fulfilment of Aspirations Inauguration of Navi Mumbai International Airport at the hands of PM Narendra Modi.”
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: Mumbai traffic police step up security ahead of PM Modi’s visit
The Mumbai traffic police have put special measures in place to manage traffic and ensure pedestrian safety during the two-day visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday and Thursday. While no major traffic diversions have been planned, over 1,000 traffic police officers and local police will be stationed across key areas, especially in South Mumbai and the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC), on Thursday to keep traffic moving smoothly. Officials said that after the Global Fintech Fest ends at BKC, PM Modi will head to the airport. Only a short, five-minute halt in traffic will be needed to allow his convoy to pass safely.
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: UK PM Starmer also in Mumbai
UK PM Keir Starmer is also in Mumbai. However he won’t be participating in any of the launch events today. PM Modi will be meeting the British PM on Thursday to discuss the trade deal.
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: A look at some fascinating pictures from Navi Mumbai Airport
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PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: Navi Mumbai Airport to feature modern transport and green facilities
Navi Mumbai International Airport will have an Automated People Mover (APM) system to connect all four terminals for easy transfers, along with a separate APM linking city-side areas. The airport will include storage for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), generate about 47 MW of solar power, and provide electric bus services for city travel. It will also be India’s first airport connected by Water Taxi.
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: PM Modi to also launch skill development program in Maharashtra
PM Modi will inaugurate the Short-Term Employability Program (STEP) by Maharashtra’s Department of Skill, Employment, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation. The program will run in 400 government ITIs and 150 government technical high schools, aiming to improve students’ skills and make them more employable for industry jobs.
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: PM Modi to launch ‘Mumbai One’ travel app – How will this benefit the commuters?
PM Modi will be launching today the ‘Mumbai One’ app, that connects 11 public transport services, including Mumbai Metro Lines 1, 2A, 3, and 7, Mumbai Monorail, Navi Mumbai Metro, suburban trains, and buses from BEST, Thane, Mira Bhayander, Kalyan-Dombivli, and Navi Mumbai. The app lets commuters buy tickets on their phones, pay digitally, get real-time updates, plan routes, and use an SOS safety feature, making travel across the city easier and cash-free.
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: PM Modi to inaugurate Phase 2B of Mumbai Metro Line-3
PM Modi will open Phase 2B of Mumbai Metro Line-3, running from Acharya Atre Chowk to Cuffe Parade, built at a cost of Rs 12,200 crore. He will also dedicate the entire Aqua Line, which cost Rs 37,270 crore, to the nation, marking a big step forward in improving the city’s public transport.
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: What’s the cost at which the Navi Mumbai Airport has been built?
Phase one of the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) has been built at a cost of Rs 19,650 crore. It is India’s largest airport project built from scratch under a Public–Private Partnership (PPP) model. As Mumbai’s second international airport, NMIA will work alongside Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) to reduce congestion and help Mumbai join the ranks of major global cities with multiple airports.
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: PM Modi to take a walkthrough of Navi Mumbai airport
After arriving in Navi Mumbai on Wednesday, PM Modi will take a walkthrough of the new Navi Mumbai International Airport. Then, he will officially open the airport, launch and dedicate several projects in Mumbai.
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: What is on PM Modi’s itinerary today?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will open the first phase of Navi Mumbai International Airport and the final phase of Mumbai Metro Line-3 during his two-day visit to Maharashtra starting Wednesday.
He will also launch Mumbai One, India’s first integrated mobility app for 11 public transport services, according to an official statement.
PM Modi Navi Mumbai Airport Inauguration Live: All you need to know about the NMIA
The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) is India’s largest new airport built through a Public–Private Partnership (PPP). It will be the second international airport for the Mumbai region and will work alongside Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) to reduce congestion and make Mumbai a global city with multiple airports. Spread over 1,160 hectares, the airport is designed to be highly efficient and will eventually handle 90 million passengers and 3.25 million tonnes of cargo every year.