Noida Airport Construction Nears Completion; Crackdown on Unauthorized Structures Within 10km

Noida International Airport Ltd. (NIAL) CEO Rakesh Kumar Singh conducted a site visit on Wednesday to assess the progress of various construction projects. These included the terminal building, runway, ATC tower, as well as the Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) and water treatment plant. He announced that all construction activities are slated for completion by September. The STP and water treatment plant are nearing completion, with the delivery of machinery expected by July. During an Environment Management Committee meeting, District Magistrate Manish Kumar Verma emphasized the importance of aircraft safety. He directed strict action against unauthorized constructions within a 10-kilometer radius of the airport to mitigate risks posed by birds and animals. The DM instructed officials to conduct monthly inspections of the airport surroundings and submit progress reports. He also highlighted the necessity of establishing a survey team to identify and demolish buildings lacking No Objection Certificates (NOCs). Furthermore, officials focused on preventing unauthorized laser emitters and drone activities used for publicity, and directed extensive outreach in rural areas.