MUMBAI| OCTOBER8,2025| SKY LINK TIMES|
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), marking a historic milestone in India’s aviation sector. With this launch, Mumbai joins global metropolises like London, New York, and Tokyo as cities with multiple airports. The new airport, built with cutting-edge digital and AI technologies, is set to begin commercial operations in December 2025.
Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) Built Under Adani-CIDCO Partnership
Developed through a public-private partnership between Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL) and CIDCO (City and Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra Ltd), the project represents one of India’s largest aviation infrastructure investments — worth ₹19,650 crore.
The airport spans 1,160 hectares and aims to handle 20 million passengers annually in its first phase, eventually expanding to accommodate 155 million passengers per year across four terminals and two runways.
India’s First Fully Digital Airport
The Navi Mumbai International Airport is being hailed as India’s first fully digital airport, offering a seamless, paperless experience for travelers. Passengers can pre-book vehicle parking, complete online baggage drop and immigration, and receive real-time baggage tracking updates via mobile notifications.
Arun Bansal, CEO of Adani Airports Holdings Ltd, described the NMIA as an “anxiety-free airport”, noting that automation and AI will enhance the passenger experience. “For example, you’ll get a message on your phone telling you that your bag is number 20 on the carousel,” he said.
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Massive Employment and Connectivity Boost
Beyond passenger convenience, the NMIA is expected to generate over two lakh jobs across aviation, IT, logistics, hospitality, and real estate sectors.
The airport will be India’s first major aviation hub connected to multiple transport systems, including expressways, metro lines, suburban railways, and waterway services — significantly improving last-mile connectivity for commuters and cargo.
Commercial Flights to Begin in December
Officials confirmed that commercial operations at the airport will commence in December 2025, initially handling 12-hour daily operations with 40% international traffic. The share of international flights is expected to rise to 75% as capacity scales up.
Major airlines such as IndiGo, Air India Express, and Akasa Air have already announced plans to operate from NMIA, linking major Indian cities and international destinations.
A New Era for Indian Aviation
The launch of the Navi Mumbai International Airport underscores India’s growing prominence in global aviation infrastructure. With AI-enabled facilities and sustainability-focused design, it symbolizes the country’s commitment to digital innovation and smart travel.
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