The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the declaration of Madurai Airport in Tamil Nadu as an International Airport. Located in the Temple City of Madurai, this airport is one of the oldest in the state and serves as a vital gateway to Southern Tamil Nadu, playing a significant role in promoting tourism and pilgrimage, thereby contributing to regional growth. Elevating Madurai Airport to international status is expected to improve regional connectivity, foster trade, and stimulate economic development. The airport's potential to attract international pilgrims and businesses is consistent with the historical significance of Madurai. This decision was posted on March 10, 2026, at 4:14 PM by PIB Delhi. The release ID is 2237552, and the visitor counter shows 715. The release is also available in Urdu, Marathi, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam.
Key Entities Referenced
Madurai Airport: Airport in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, declared as an International Airport.
Tamil Nadu: State where Madurai Airport is located.
Union Cabinet: The governmental body that approved the declaration of Madurai Airport as an International Airport.
Cabinet
Cabinet approves Declaration of Madurai Airport,
Tamil Nadu, as an International Airport
Posted On: 10 MAR 2026 4:14PM by PIB Delhi
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today has approved declaration of
Madurai Airport, Tamil Nadu, as an International Airport.
Madurai Airport, located in the Temple City of Madurai, Tamil Nadu, is one of the oldest airports in the
State. It serves as a crucial gateway to Southern Tamil Nadu and plays a pivotal role in promoting tourism
and pilgrimage, thereby contributing to the overall growth of the region.
Elevating Madurai Airport to International Status would enhance regional connectivity, promote trade, and
drive economic development in the region. The airport's potential to attract international pilgrims and
businesses aligns with the city's historical prominence.
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(Release ID: 2237552) Visitor Counter : 715
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