Bhubaneswar, Feb. 25 -- In a major push to aviation infrastructure in Jammu & Kashmir, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the expansion of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport at an estimated cost of Rs 1,677 crore. The project is being seen as a transformative step aimed at strengthening connectivity, boosting tourism, and supporting economic growth in the Kashmir Valley.

The development will cover 73.18 acres and include a state-of-the-art terminal building spanning 71,500 square metres, incorporating 20,659 square metres of the existing structure. Once completed, the upgraded facility will be capable of handling 2,900 passengers during peak hours and up to 10...