Srinagar, February 24 – Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday after the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved the expansion of the Civil Enclave at the Srinagar airport, estimated to cost Rs 1,677 crore.
Sinha also expressed hope that the new terminal for the Jammu airport would be completed by the end of the year.
In a series of posts on X, he wrote, "Jammu and Kashmir Skies Soar: the dawn of a bold aviation era. I am grateful to Hon'ble PM Sh. Narendra Modi Ji for the major expansion of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport."
He also recalled the announcement made at Srinagar on September 25, 2021, in the presence of then Minister of @MoCA_GoI.
"The CCEA's approval of Rs 1,677 crore for a new 71,500 sqm Civil Enclave marks a significant step in connectivity for the Valley. It is designed to accommodate 2,900 passengers during peak hours and has an annual capacity of 10 million passengers," the LG wrote on X.
"Improved connectivity will attract more tourists, more investment, and more jobs. The new Civil Enclave at Srinagar will enhance the Valley's economic future and transform Srinagar from a beautiful destination into a thriving one," he added.
"Under the leadership of Hon'ble PM Sh. Narendra Modi Ji, the new terminal at the Jammu airport is set for completion by the end of this year. Upon commissioning, the advanced infrastructure in this renowned spiritual city will improve connectivity and catalyze remarkable economic advancement," LG Manoj Sinha said.
Connectivity is also part of the vision of complete integration of Jammu and Kashmir with the rest of the country.
After nearly a century of waiting, the dream of a rail link between Jammu and the Valley was realized when Prime Minister inaugurated the rail link to the Valley on June 6, 2025.
The direct rail service between Srinagar and Jammu, and between Srinagar and the rest of the country, is likely to start within the next few months.