Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport in Nagpur is set to begin a major redevelopment programme under the GMR Group, with plans for a second 4,000-metre parallel runway, a new integrated passenger terminal and extensive upgrades to existing infrastructure.
The formal handover of the airport to GMR is scheduled to take place on Thursday, marking the beginning of a long-term expansion project expected to strengthen Nagpur's position as a key aviation and logistics hub in central India.
According to sources, the redevelopment is expected to enhance both passenger handling capacity and aircraft movement while supporting the city's strategic role in India's growing aviation and cargo network.
The redevelopment will be carried out in stages over the coming years.
Under the proposed blueprint, the first phase will focus on modernising the existing terminal building to improve passenger capacity and upgrade facilities to international standards.
Subsequent phases will include:
The proposed runway length will enable operations by some of the world's largest commercial passenger and cargo aircraft, including the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380.
According to sources, the new parallel runway is expected to significantly improve aircraft movement and airport efficiency.
Once completed, the airport will be capable of supporting simultaneous take-offs and landings on parallel runways, increasing operational flexibility and reducing congestion.
The development is expected to:
The addition of a second runway would place Nagpur among a select group of Indian airports with parallel runway capability.
Located near the geographical centre of India, Nagpur has long been viewed as a natural logistics and transit hub.
Industry observers believe the airport's expansion could further strengthen its role in supporting both domestic and international passenger traffic while enhancing cargo connectivity.
The redevelopment also aligns with broader efforts to expand aviation infrastructure beyond India's largest metropolitan airports.
According to sources, aviation experts expect Nagpur to emerge as another strategically important dual-runway airport alongside upcoming projects such as Noida International Airport and Navi Mumbai International Airport.
India currently has only a limited number of airports capable of handling simultaneous aircraft operations using parallel runways.
According to available information:
Following completion of the proposed runway, Nagpur is expected to join this group of airports with enhanced operational capability.
The airport transfer ceremony is expected to be attended by several senior political leaders and public representatives.
Those scheduled to participate include:
The event will formally mark the beginning of GMR's responsibility for airport operations and long-term infrastructure development.
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