Bihar’s power center buzzed with activity as CM Nitish Kumar’s cabinet ratified 35 proposals, spotlighting a futuristic international airport in Sonpur. Covering 4,200 acres in the strategic Daryapur Chanwar belt, this venture will elevate the state’s stature on the world aviation map.
Its closeness to Patna ensures it will offload traffic from the overburdened capital airport, focusing on expansive international operations. Targeted for 2030 launch, it aspires to be a top-tier facility in Eastern India, revolutionizing travel for upper Bihar.
Economically, it’s a goldmine. Foreign footfall to iconic spots like Sonpur fairgrounds and Vaishali’s heritage trails will skyrocket. Direct jobs in aviation support, plus indirect ones in hotels and freight, will number in thousands, spurring a virtuous cycle of prosperity. This visionary approval underscores Bihar’s commitment to infrastructure-led progress.