PM inaugurates Phase 1 of Navi Mumbai International Airport
Oct 9, 2025
Incorporates state-of-art cargo facility
Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated the first phase of Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), built at a cost of around Rs 19,650 crore, marking a historic milestone in India’s aviation sector. The Navi Mumbai International Airport covers an area of 1,160 hectares. Upon completion, it will handle 90 million passengers per year and process 3.25 million metric tonnes of cargo, establishing itself as one of the world’s significant airports.
The cargo facility will operate with complete automation, featuring digital consignment tracking, digital transactions and dedicated climate-controlled sections for medicines and perishable items. The facility will also house purpose-built sections for express deliveries, high-value items, hazardous materials and animal transportation.
NMIA’s operations will be technologically advanced, incorporating 5G networks, IoT sensors for monitoring, automated luggage systems and contactless processing through Digi Yatra for enhanced passenger convenience, as per a report.
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