India Adds New Airports Every 50 Days, Targets Global Aviation Hub Status: Naidu

• Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu announced India is adding a new airport or expanding an existing one every 45-50 days, reflecting rapid infrastructure growth.
• India's aircraft fleet stands at 843, with 80 new planes added in 2025 and 106 more expected in 2026, indicating robust domestic aviation growth.
• PM Narendra Modi's vision aims to transform India into a major international aviation market, driving policy and infrastructure decisions.
• Major projects include upcoming Jewar and Bhogapuram airports, Mumbai's third airport, and Bengaluru's new facility, alongside relaxed 150km rule and Open Sky policy for 18 airports.
• Bhogapuram will become a North Andhra-centric aviation hub, shifting operations from Vizag and attracting global firms like Google, Cognizant, and TCS to Visakhapatnam.

Why It Matters: India rapidly expands aviation infrastructure, adding airports every 50 days, aiming to become a global aviation hub.