Coimbatore airport eyes 1.16 crore passengers by 2036-37
Coimbatore International Airport is planning a major expansion to handle 1.16 crore passengers by 2036-37. The project, valued at ₹2,200 crore, includes runway extensions and terminal upgrades to accommodate wide-body aircraft.
Why it matters
Infrastructure development in regional airports is critical for boosting economic growth, air connectivity, and cargo logistics in emerging markets like India.
Having handled 34.2 lakh passengers in 2025-26, the Coimbatore International Airport is poised to handle around 1.16 crore passengers by 2036-37, with a ₹2,200-crore expansion project expected to pave the way for runway extension, new terminal and operation of wide-body aircraft, Airport Director Mohammad Arif said on Saturday (June 13) ahead of Yatri Suvidha Diwas 2026 celebrations on June 15.
The article provides factual reporting on infrastructure plans and growth statistics without editorializing.
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