Noida Airport Renamed Narendra Modi International Airport after the Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approved a proposal to name the Jewar airport after Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced the decision on October 9, 2026, marking a major development for the airport project in Gautam Buddha Nagar district.
The airport, located in Jewar near Greater Noida, is being developed to strengthen air connectivity for Delhi-NCR and neighbouring regions.
The renaming decision comes as the greenfield airport prepares to play a larger role in meeting the region’s growing demand for air travel.
Noida Airport Renamed Narendra Modi International Airport: What Changed?
The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approved the proposal to rename Noida International Airport as Narendra Modi International Airport, Noida-Jewar.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced the decision after the Cabinet meeting.
The airport is a major infrastructure project for Uttar Pradesh and is expected to provide another important aviation gateway for passengers travelling to and from the National Capital Region.
It is intended to complement Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport as demand for air travel continues to grow.
The renaming decision concerns the airport’s official name.
Passengers should continue checking airline bookings and airport information for the relevant airport details when planning their journeys.
Where Is the Jewar Airport Located?
Noida International Airport is located in Jewar, in Gautam Buddha Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh.
Its location is intended to serve travellers from Noida, Greater Noida, Delhi-NCR and parts of western Uttar Pradesh.
The airport is being developed by Yamuna International Airport Private Limited, a subsidiary of Zurich Airport International AG, under a public-private partnership arrangement involving the governments of Uttar Pradesh and India.
Its development is part of a broader effort to expand aviation infrastructure in the region.
Improved airport capacity can support passenger movement, business travel, tourism and cargo activity, although the overall impact will depend on future expansion and operational development.
Airport Development and Passenger Capacity
Noida International Airport was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 28, 2026.
The first phase includes a passenger terminal and a runway designed to serve the region’s growing aviation needs.
The initial phase has a planned annual passenger capacity of 12 million.
The wider master plan envisages further expansion over time, with the airport designed to eventually handle more than 70 million passengers annually.
The airport’s development is expected to improve travel options for residents and businesses across Delhi-NCR and western Uttar Pradesh.
Its connectivity through road and other transport links will be important for passengers travelling between the airport and surrounding cities.
What the Renaming Means for Travellers
The new name gives the airport a distinct identity, but travellers should focus on official airport and airline updates when making travel arrangements.
Flight schedules, terminal instructions, transport options and booking details should be verified through the relevant official channels.
The airport’s development and expansion will remain important to its long-term role in the region.
Its ability to accommodate more passengers and connect additional destinations will depend on operational plans, airline services and future infrastructure work.
The Cabinet’s decision to name the airport after Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a notable development for Uttar Pradesh’s aviation sector.
Further official information may clarify how the new name will be reflected across airport communications and related records.
