PM Modi inaugurates new terminal building of Surat airportb

Jan 03, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 17 inaugurated the new terminal building of Surat airport. He also inspected the grand airport, which has been expanded at a cost of Rs 353 crore. The airport was given a heritage look by taking inspiration from the old Kashta houses of Rander. Surat Airport will be able to handle 1800 passengers per hour during peak hours and 35 lakh passengers annually. The terminal building, as it is the gateway to Surat city, has been designed with its local culture and heritage ensuring that the essence should reflect both in interior and exterior, creating a sense of place for the visitors. Rogan, embroidery works such as Zari and Brocade, beautiful relief works of wooden carvings, and mosaic work depicting the famous Kite festival of Gujarat showcased in the airport.