"Cabinet Approval: Ayodhya Airport to be Named After Maharishi Valmiki"

In a significant development, the Union Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the proposal to rename the Ayodhya airport as 'Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhyadham.' The decision was announced during the Cabinet meeting held on Friday, which also saw the declaration of the airport as an international airport.

The airport, inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi on December 30, will now carry the name 'Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhyadham' as a tribute to the revered sage credited with composing the epic Ramayana, adding a cultural dimension to the airport's identity, as per an official release.

Elevating the status of the Ayodhya airport to international reflects a strategic move to tap into the city's economic potential and its global significance as a pilgrimage site. The decision is expected to open doors to foreign pilgrims and tourists, thereby contributing to the city's economic growth.

The release emphasized Ayodhya's deep cultural roots and its strategic position to emerge as a pivotal economic hub and pilgrimage destination. The move aligns with the historical prominence of Ayodhya, and the airport's potential to attract international pilgrims and businesses is seen as a crucial step towards realizing the city's cultural and economic aspirations.

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