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Himachal Pradesh Pushes Ahead with Kangra Airport Expansion and 65‑Ha Aerocity Plan
✍️ Indian Aviation News Net
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 09:41 PM
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The state government has approved plans to expand Kangra Airport and develop a 65‑hectare aerocity, aiming to boost regional connectivity and economic growth.
The Himachal Pradesh government has green‑lit a major expansion of Kangra Airport, a move that will increase the airport’s capacity and improve air links to the state’s capital and other key cities.
In tandem with the expansion, officials announced plans to develop a 65‑hectare aerocity around the airport. The aerocity is expected to house commercial, hospitality and logistics facilities, creating jobs and attracting investment.
The project, which is part of the state’s broader infrastructure push, is slated to begin once land acquisition and environmental clearances are secured. Officials said the development could be completed within the next five to seven years.
The expansion is seen as a strategic step to support tourism, a major revenue source for Himachal Pradesh, and to provide a modern gateway for both domestic and international travelers.
In tandem with the expansion, officials announced plans to develop a 65‑hectare aerocity around the airport. The aerocity is expected to house commercial, hospitality and logistics facilities, creating jobs and attracting investment.
The project, which is part of the state’s broader infrastructure push, is slated to begin once land acquisition and environmental clearances are secured. Officials said the development could be completed within the next five to seven years.
The expansion is seen as a strategic step to support tourism, a major revenue source for Himachal Pradesh, and to provide a modern gateway for both domestic and international travelers.