Patna: The Bihar government has allocated 8.455 acres of land for the construction of a new terminal building and aircraft parking at Bihta Airport, marking a significant step towards enhancing aviation infrastructure in the state. The land, located in Vishambarpur village on the southern side of the airport, was formally handed over on Friday to Assistant General Manager LB Singh, representing the airport authorities.
As part of ongoing expansion efforts, the state government has so far provided over 116 acres of land for the development of Bihta Airport, including a Rs 16.32 crore investment for the latest land acquisition. Additionally, the district administration has surveyed 191.8 acres for extending the runway, with the proposal now under cabinet review. A high-level meeting on this matter is scheduled for Saturday with District Magistrate Dr. Chandrashekhar Singh and airport officials.
Enhancing Aviation Infrastructure
The newly allocated 8.455 acres will significantly improve Bihta Airport’s operational capacity by enabling:
The newly allocated 8.455 acres will significantly enhance Bihta Airport’s operational capacity, allowing for the parking of up to 10 aircraft simultaneously, facilitating the accommodation of larger aircraft, improving aircraft maneuverability, and ensuring adequate space for terminal construction.
Bihta Airport: The Future Alternative to Patna Airport
Bihta Airport, located about 40 km west of Patna, is being developed as an alternative to Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport in the state capital. Due to space constraints at Patna Airport, Bihta is expected to handle a significant portion of air traffic in the future, easing congestion and facilitating larger aircraft operations.
The expansion of Bihta Airport has been a long-standing demand, with the Indian Air Force currently operating the existing airstrip. The new terminal and upgraded facilities will pave the way for full-fledged commercial operations, boosting connectivity and economic growth in Bihar.
