Gorakhpur Airport Set for Major Upgrade with New Terminal.

Gorakhpur Airport, a key regional air hub currently managing over two dozen daily flights to major Indian cities, is set for a significant upgrade with the construction of a new terminal building. Officials announced on Wednesday that the enhanced facility will dramatically increase the airport's capacity to handle more aircraft simultaneously and a higher volume of passengers.

Once completed, the expanded airport will be capable of handling approximately 200 flights daily, a substantial increase from its current 26. Passenger handling capacity is also projected to soar from 270 to 2,500 passengers per hour after the new terminal becomes operational.

The groundwork for this ambitious expansion was laid on Tuesday with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Indian Air Force, Airports Authority of India (AAI), and the Gorakhpur district administration. This MoU facilitates the transfer of 42 acres of land from the Air Force for the new terminal's construction.

"The land, currently under the Military Engineering Services, is adjacent to the existing airport. The present infrastructure on the land will be relocated to make way for the new construction," stated Airport Director Parashar.

Parashar also highlighted planned connectivity enhancements, including a roundabout from Nandanagar, an underpass, and four-lane road access. He added that with dedicated space for 10 aircraft, operations at the airport will become smoother, and flight turnaround times will be significantly faster. This expansion aims to boost air connectivity and support the region's growth.