The Ministry of Civil Aviation announced the inauguration of a new terminal at Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport in Patna and the laying of the foundation stone for a civil enclave at Bihta Air Force Station. The Patna airport terminal, developed at a cost of ₹1,200 crore, spans 65,150 square meters and can handle 3,000 passengers during peak hours and up to one crore annually. It features 64 check-in counters, nine automatic tray retrieval systems, five aerobridges, and parking for 1,100 cars, incorporating Bihari cultural elements and green technologies. The Bihta Civil Enclave, costing ₹1,413 crore, will cover 68,000 sqm, cater to 50 lakh passengers annually, and include 64 check-in counters, 16 self-check-in kiosks, 10 ATRS, and five aerobridges. Its design is inspired by the Mauryan and Gupta eras and includes sustainable infrastructure. These projects aim to enhance air connectivity, boost regional development, and create jobs in Bihar.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Civil Aviation: Government ministry responsible for civil aviation.
Bihar: A state in India.
Patna airport: An airport located in Patna, the capital city of Bihar.
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi: The Prime Minister of India.
Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu: The Minister of Civil Aviation.
Patna Airport: Airport in Patna.
Bihta: Location of a new civil enclave.
PIB Delhi: Press Information Bureau, Delhi.
30 MAY 2025: Date of the press release and events.
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, Patna: The full name of Patna's airport.
Civil Enclave at Bihta: A new aviation infrastructure project near Patna.
Governor of Bihar Shri Arif Mohammad Khan: The Governor of Bihar.
Chief Minister of Bihar Shri Nitish Kumar: The Chief Minister of Bihar.
Minister of Civil Aviation Shri Ram Mohan Naidu: The Minister of Civil Aviation.
Minister of State for Civil Aviation Shri Murlidhar Mohol: The Minister of State for Civil Aviation.
Deputy Chief Ministers of Bihar Shri Samrat Choudhary: The Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar.
Deputy Chief Ministers of Bihar Shri Vijay Kumar Sinha: The Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar.
Karakat: A location in Rohtas district of Bihar.
Rohtas district: A district in Bihar.
Darbhanga Airport: An airport in Darbhanga, Bihar.
Delhi: A city in India, served by direct flights from Darbhanga.
Mumbai: A city in India, served by direct flights from Darbhanga.
Bengaluru: A city in India, served by direct flights from Darbhanga.
Mithila: A region and art style of Bihar.
Nalanda Mahavihara: An ancient Buddhist monastic university in Bihar.
GRIHA: Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment, a green building rating system.
Bihta Air Force Station: Air Force Station near Patna where Civil Enclave at Bihta will be built.
Mauryan: Related to the Mauryan Empire, an ancient Indian empire.
Gupta: Related to the Gupta Empire, an ancient Indian empire.
Vikramshila: An ancient university in Bihar.
Government of India: The governing body of India.
Viksit Bharat: A vision for a developed India.
Beena Yadav: Likely a contact person or author related to the press release.
Divyanshu Kumar: Likely a contact person or author related to the press release.
Ministry of Civil Aviation
Long time demand of people of Bihar for modernising
terminal of Patna airport has been fulfilled now:
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi
This new terminal isn’t just infrastructure, it’s a
gateway to opportunity, tourism, and local pride: Civil
Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Inaugurates New
Terminal at Patna Airport and Lays Foundation
Stone for Civil Enclave at Bihta
Posted On: 30 MAY 2025 3:28PM by PIB Delhi
In a landmark step towards enhancing air connectivity and boosting infrastructure in Bihar, its ancient city and
capital, Patna has got an ultra-modern terminal at its airport, which has been developed at the cost of ₹1,200
crore. The airport spans over 65,150 square meters and is designed to handle 3,000 passengers during peak
hours and up to one crore passengers annually.
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the New Terminal Building at Jay Prakash Narayan
International Airport, Patna, and laid the foundation stone for the upcoming Civil Enclave at Bihta yesterday.
Equipped with 64 check-in counters, nine Automatic Tray Retrieval Systems (ATRS), five aerobridges, and a
Multilevel Car Parking (MLCP) facility for 1,100 cars, the terminal promises a seamless passenger
experience.
The Prime Minister was accompanied by Governor of Bihar Shri Arif Mohammad Khan, Chief Minister of
Bihar Shri Nitish Kumar, Minister of Civil Aviation Shri Ram Mohan Naidu, Minister of State for Civil
Aviation Shri Murlidhar Mohol and Deputy Chief Ministers of Bihar Shri Samrat Choudhary and Shri Vijay
Kumar Sinha.
Noting that Bihar once had only one airport—Patna—but today, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi while
addressing the people at Karakat in Rohtas district of Bihar today, said, “Darbhanga Airport is operational,
offering direct flights to cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.” The Prime Minister acknowledged the
longstanding demand of Bihar’s people for the modernization of Patna Airport’s terminal and affirmed that
this demand has now been fulfilled. He highlighted that last evening, he had the privilege of inaugurating the
new terminal building of Patna Airport, which is now capable of handling one crore passengers.
The terminal integrates elements of Bihar’s rich cultural heritage, including Mithila art and architecture
inspired by Nalanda Mahavihara. Emphasizing sustainability, the facility incorporates green features such as
LED lighting, insulated roofing, and energy-efficient glazing to ensure thermal comfort targeting a 4-star
GRIHA rating.
Civil Aviation Minister Shri Ram Mohan Naidu in an ‘X’ message, said, “A proud day for Bihar and amilestone in India's aviation journey under the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.
This new terminal isn’t just infrastructure, it's a gateway to opportunity, tourism, and local pride. From
showcasing Bihar’s rich cultural heritage to boosting connectivity & employment this is true progress. We
remain committed to connecting dreams with destination.”
Bihta Civil Enclave - The Future of Aviation in Bihar
The foundation stone was also laid for a new Civil Enclave at Bihta Air Force Station, approximately 35 km
from Patna. With a project cost of ₹1,413 crore, the Bihta terminal will cover 68,000 sqm and cater to 50 lakh
passengers annually. It will feature 64 check-in counters, 16 self-check-in kiosks, 10 ATRS, and five
aerobridges.
The Bihta terminal draws architectural inspiration from the Mauryan and Gupta eras, as well as Nalanda and
Vikramshila. Designed for a 5-star GRIHA rating, it incorporates sustainable infrastructure including a
sewage treatment plant for recycled water usage.
The development of Bihta is poised to transform the region into a hub for trade, tourism, education, and
healthcare, serving as a powerful engine for regional development and job creation.
These two milestone projects reaffirm the Government of India’s commitment to transforming India’s
aviation sector, boosting regional connectivity, and aligning with the vision of Viksit Bharat.
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Beena Yadav/ Divyanshu Kumar
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