New Delhi, 04th January, 2023:
To cater the growing population of the Fourth largest city in the state of Gujarat and increasing flow of air traffic in this region, Airports Authority of India has undertaken the work for construction of New Greenfield Airport at Rajkot in Gujarat. With the project cost of Rs. 1405 crores, the new airport is envisioned to be a transportation hub for people traveling abroad from the state.
Spread over 1,025 hectares, a new greenfield airport has been developed with modern facilities and conveniences for the travellers. The location of the new airport is approximately 30 kms from Rajkot city and on Rajkot-Ahmadabad highway. With total built-up area of 23,000 sqm, the terminal building of this new airport will be capable to handle 1800 passengers during peak hours.
The terminal of the airport will be equipped with state-of-the-art passenger facilities, four passenger boarding bridges, three conveyor belts and 20 check-in counters along with modern firefighting and fire alarm system. With 3040 m long runway, the airport will be capable to serveAirBus-321 type of aircraft and the apron will be suitable for parking of 14 aircraft.The city side area of the airport is also being developed for adequate parking facilities for car, taxi and buses along with landscaping
The façade design of the terminal building is influenced from the existing Palaces of Rajkot like the Ranjit Vilas Palace, integrating traditional elements into a contemporary form. The terminal building will depict various art forms including dandiya dance through its dynamic external façade and splendid interiors. Rajkot is famous for its golden jewellery and filigree work and that has inspired the exterior panel work at drop-off area of city side kerb.
Runway and other pavement works along with more than 95% of earth work have been completed.The work for terminal building is in progress and the airport will be ready for operations by December, 2023.
