PM Modi Launches New Terminal Building Of Jodhpur Airport: What's Special About It?

Published 4 July 2026 · india

PM Modi Launches New Terminal Building Of Jodhpur Airport: What's Special About It? Published By, Last Updated: July 04, 2026, 12:12 IST PM Modi inaugurated

PM Modi Launches New Terminal Building Of Jodhpur Airport: What's Special About It? Published By, Last Updated: July 04, 2026, 12:12 IST PM Modi inaugurated a new terminal building of the Jodhpur Airport, which is expected to provide a significant boost to trade and tourism in the city. Rapid Read Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior leaders inaugurate the new terminal building of the Jodhpur Airport. (PTI Image) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated a new terminal building of the Jodhpur Airport, which is expected to provide a significant boost to tourism, trade and employment generation in the Rajasthani city. The new terminal building, which blends modern infrastructure with traditional Rajasthani heritage, spans more than 23,000 square km and is also equipped with modern passenger amenities to ensure a seamless and comfortable travel experience. VIDEO | Rajasthan: Prime Minister Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) inaugurates the New Terminal Building at Jodhpur Airport and launches the modified UDAN scheme.(Surce: Third Party)#Rajasthan #Jodhpur pic.twitter.com/AyKNERqGxf — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 4, 2026 What’s Special About This Airport?

The project costs Rs 480 crore and is architecturally inspired by Rajasthan’s royal heritage. The terminal features arches, domes and jharokhas with contemporary design. The facility has been designed to handle up to 20 lakh passengers every year, as per the Prime Minister’s Office. The terminal also includes features such as energy-efficient systems, water conservation measures, and green building practices aimed at achieving a 5-Star GRIHA rating. The airport currently handles over 10 lakh passengers a year, with traffic having doubled over the past 12 years. PM Modi on Friday said the upgraded infrastructure will boost trade and tourism in the region. “Tomorrow, 4th July, is a very special day for the people of Jodhpur. The New Terminal Building of Jodhpur Airport will be inaugurated. Jodhpur has a very important place as far as tourism in India is concerned," the PM said on X. Tomorrow, 4th July, is a very special day for the people of Jodhpur.

The New Terminal Building of Jodhpur Airport will be inaugurated. Jodhpur has a very important place as far as tourism in India is concerned. This upgraded infrastructure will encourage more tourists to come to… pic.twitter.com/GdOuk4NgCr— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 3, 2026 He also posted images of the newly constructed terminal building, which combines modern infrastructure with architectural elements inspired by Rajasthan’s rich cultural heritage. PM Modi Launches Modified UDAN Scheme Prime Minister Modi also launched the modified UDAN scheme in Jodhpur, aimed at strengthening regional air connectivity across the country over the next decade. With an allocation of Rs 28,840 crore over the next 10 years, the scheme focuses on multiple strategic components designed to ensure comprehensive and sustainable connectivity. The scheme aims to develop 100 aerodromes from existing unserved strips to expand aviation infrastructure across the country. Over Rs 2,500 crore has been earmarked for Operations and Maintenance (O&M) support to ensure the viability of regional airports.