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The long-awaited Puri International Airport project has moved closer to development after the Airports Authority of India (AAI) agreed to develop and invest in the project. The proposed Shree Jagannath International Airport will come up at Sipasarubali in Puri district, Odisha, and aims to improve air connectivity to one of India\u2019s most visited pilgrimage and tourism destinations.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Is Shree Jagannath International Airport?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Shree Jagannath International Airport is a proposed greenfield international airport in Puri, Odisha. The airport is being planned to provide direct air connectivity to Puri and support the growing number of pilgrims, tourists, and other travelers visiting the region. The proposal for the new airport in Puri was formally initiated by the Odisha government in January 2021. Since then, the project has moved through different stages of land planning, regulatory approvals, and development discussions. The airport is expected to complement Bhubaneswar\u2019s Biju Patnaik International Airport and strengthen aviation infrastructure in Odisha.<\/span><\/p>\n

AAI to Develop Puri International Airport<\/b><\/h3>\n

The Odisha government initially planned to develop the airport through a public-private partnership model. Private airport operators had also shown interest in the project during an earlier tender process. The development model has now changed, with the Airports Authority of India agreeing to invest in and develop the airport. AAI will prepare a revised detailed project report (DPR) after the remaining statutory formalities are completed. The Odisha government and AAI are also discussing a revenue-sharing arrangement for the project.<\/span><\/p>\n

The airport was earlier estimated to cost around \u20b95,631 crore. However, the final investment requirement will be determined through AAI’s detailed project report.<\/span><\/p>\n

Where Will Puri International Airport Be Located?<\/b><\/h3>\n

The proposed Shree Jagannath International Airport will be located at Sipasarubali in Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district. The airport site is close to the Bay of Bengal and lies along the broader Puri-Satapada-Bhubaneswar corridor. It will connect to the region through National Highway 316.<\/span><\/p>\n

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