PM inaugurates first greenfield airport of Arunachal Pradesh in Itanagar Arunachal Pradesh gets its first Greenfield airport at Itanagar

Narendra Modi, Honourable Prime Minister today inaugurated the Donyi Polo Airport at Itanagar in Arunachal Pradesh in the august presence of Brigadier (Dr.) B.D. Mishra (Rtd.) Hon’ble Governor, Arunachal Pradesh; Shri Pema Khandu, Hon’ble Chief Minister, Arunachal Pradesh; Shri Kiren Rijiju, Union Minister of Law & Justice; Shri Chowna Mein, Deputy Chief Minister, Arunachal Pradesh; & Shri Nabam Rebia, Member of Parliament. Shri Kiren Rijiju, Union Minister of Law & Justice in his welcome address said, “Opening of this airport will be a significant step towards boosting connectivity in Arunachal Pradesh. The dream of having an airport in the capital city of the state is coming true today. Honourable Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Shri Pema Khandu said, “Today is a historic day for the entire state. This airport will not enhance the connectivity but will also provide momentum to the economic development of this region.” While addressing the gathering, Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi said “The Donyi Polo Airport is becoming a witness to the history and culture of Arunachal Pradesh. This airport will be the fourth operational airport for state. With the development of the new airport infrastructure, huge opportunities in the field of cargo services will be created.” Considering the importance of air connectivity to the capital city of Arunachal Pradesh, a Greenfield airport has been developed on 694 acres of land at Hollongi, 25 kms from Itanagar. Developed at an estimated cost of Rs. 645 cr, the airport is equipped to handle 300 passengers during peak hours. With 2300m runway, the airport is suitable for operation of A- 320 type of aircraft.