“Landmark step for Jammu & Kashmir”: Rajnath hails cabinet approval of Srinagar airport expansion

Srinagar, Feb 24: The Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday hailed cabinet approval of the development of civil enclave at the Srinagar International Airport for an estimated cost of Rs 1,677 crore, and termed it a “landmark step for Jammu and Kashmir”.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Singh said: “Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi’s unwavering focus on infrastructure-led growth continues to transform aspirations into reality. The Cabinet’s approval for the major expansion of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport is a landmark step for Jammu & Kashmir. This significant upgrade will enhance passenger capacity, modernise aviation facilities, and strengthen connectivity in the Valley”.

“Grateful to Prime Minister Modi for his visionary leadership in ushering in a new era of connectivity, confidence and development for Jammu & Kashmir,” Singh added on X.