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Navi Mumbai Airport Set to Open in June 2025, Says Adani
Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI), developed by the Adani Group and the City and Industrial Development Corporation, is set to open in June 2025, moving from an earlier planned date of April 17. With an investment of Rs 16,700 crore, the airport aims to alleviate congestion at Mumbai’s existing airport, accommodating up to 90 million passengers annually across two runways and four terminals. Prime Minister Modi laid the foundation in February 2018. Air India is scheduled for test flights in April, with other airlines like IndiGo also preparing for operations. This airport represents a significant milestone in India’s aviation sector.
