Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu visited the Bhogapuram International Airport construction site today, accompanied by GMR officials and fellow dignitaries. Reviewing the progress, he expressed satisfaction with the pace of development and reiterated the NDA government's commitment to completing the project by June 2026 under the leadership of Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu.
He revealed that 71% of the construction has been completed, a significant leap from just 23% nine months ago. Detailing the status, he said earthworks are 100% done, the runway is 97% complete, the taxiway 92%, the ATC tower 72%, and the terminal building 60%. Other structures stand at 43% completion, while access roads are 37% complete. He described this as a symbol of rapid governance and efficiency under the NDA coalition.
Rammohan noted that a 3.8 km long runway is being laid, and the Taj Group will soon establish a luxury hotel near the airport. The Bhogapuram Airport, named after Alluri Seetharama Raju, is being constructed over 2,203 acres with an additional 500 acres sanctioned by the government following GMR’s request. Built at a cost of ₹4,650 crore, it is one of three greenfield airports nearing completion across the country.
Rammohan emphasized that the airport will be a game changer for the Uttarandhra region, ushering in employment and economic growth. He criticized the previous government's policies for causing initial delays but asserted that the current administration has expedited the project efficiently.
He also clarified that aircraft recently spotted over Tirumala temple were defense planes, and he would coordinate with the concerned departments to prevent recurrence.
State Minister Kondapalli Srinivas, MP Kalisheti Appalanaidu, Markfed Chairman Bangarraju, Vizianagaram district officials, and GMR representatives were present at the review.
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