Purnia Airport Soars: 1 Lakh Passengers in 4 Months, Set for International Status

• Purnia Airport has achieved a historic milestone, serving over 110,000 passengers since its inauguration on September 17, 2025, in just four months.
• Currently, IndiGo and Star Air operate five flights connecting Purnia to Delhi, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad, with consistently full bookings.
• The airport benefits millions in Seemanchal, Kosi, neighboring Nepal, and 12 districts of West Bengal, with passenger numbers expected to rise further after the Manihari-Sahibganj bridge completion.
• An expansion plan is underway, with 15 acres of land transferred for a new state-of-the-art permanent terminal building.
• Purnia Airport aims to become an international airport, with tenders for the new terminal expected next month, featuring world-class facilities and parking for 500 vehicles.