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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated a new international airport at Kushinagar in Uttar Pradesh and said his government has taken a number of steps to instil new energy in the aviation sector. Kushinagar is the final resting place of Gautama Buddha where he attained Mahaparinirvana after his death and is among the most important pilgrim spots for Buddhists. Let us take a look at some of the images of Kushinagar International Airport:
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The new airport, built at an estimated cost of Rs 260 crore, is part of the government's endeavour to connect Buddhist pilgrimage sites around the world. (PTI Photo)
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After inaugurating the airport, Modi said it will boost connectivity and tourism, while also helping develop an entire economic ecosystem in the region and create new job opportunities. (PTI Photo)
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The new Kushinagar airport's terminal building is spread across 3,600 square metres. (PTI Photo)
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It has been developed by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) in association with the Uttar Pradesh government. (PTI Photo)
The new terminal can handle 300 passengers during peak hours. (PTI Photo) -
The inauguration of the Kushinagar International Airport marked by the landing of the inaugural flight at the airport from Colombo, Sri Lanka, carrying a Sri Lankan delegation of over 100 Buddhist monks and dignitaries including the 12-member holy relic entourage bringing the holy Buddha relics for exposition. (PTI Photo)
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Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia felicitates Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the inauguration of Kushinagar International Airport. (PTI Photo)
The airport will help in attracting more followers of Buddhism from home and abroad to Kushinagar and will enhance the development of a Buddhist theme-based circuit, according to the aviation ministry. (PTI Photo)
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