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West Bengal to Commission Four New Airports Within Two Years
✍️ BusinessLine
🗓 05 Oct 2026, 03:37 PM
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The West Bengal government has announced plans to build four new airports over the next two years, aiming to enhance regional connectivity and stimulate economic growth.
Kolkata – The state government of West Bengal has unveiled a roadmap to construct four new airports within a two‑year timeframe, according to a report by BusinessLine. The initiative is part of a broader effort to expand the state's aviation infrastructure and improve air links to underserved regions.
Officials said the projects will be undertaken through a mix of public funding and private partnerships, though specific details on the locations and financing structures have not been disclosed. The new facilities are expected to handle both passenger and cargo traffic, thereby supporting tourism, trade and industrial activity across the state.
The announcement follows a series of infrastructure drives by the state, which seeks to position West Bengal as a logistical hub in eastern India. Authorities anticipate that the additional airports will generate employment opportunities and attract investment, contributing to the state's long‑term economic objectives.
Implementation will be monitored by the state's aviation department, which will coordinate with the central Ministry of Civil Aviation to ensure compliance with national standards and safety regulations.
Officials said the projects will be undertaken through a mix of public funding and private partnerships, though specific details on the locations and financing structures have not been disclosed. The new facilities are expected to handle both passenger and cargo traffic, thereby supporting tourism, trade and industrial activity across the state.
The announcement follows a series of infrastructure drives by the state, which seeks to position West Bengal as a logistical hub in eastern India. Authorities anticipate that the additional airports will generate employment opportunities and attract investment, contributing to the state's long‑term economic objectives.
Implementation will be monitored by the state's aviation department, which will coordinate with the central Ministry of Civil Aviation to ensure compliance with national standards and safety regulations.