Hyderabad, Feb. 23 -- The Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Hyderabad has emerged as a major driver of Telangana's economy, contributing nearly Rs 68,000 crore in gross value added (GVA) and supporting about 3.5 lakh jobs, according to a study by the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER).

The economic impact assessment, carried out by NCAER in October 2025, estimates that the airport accounts for about 4.6 per cent of the state's GVA. The study examined the airport's direct operations as well as the ripple effects generated through supply chains and household spending.

RGIA, which began operations in 2008, has grown into a key economic asset for the state. Beyond passenger traffic, it supports trade, cargo mov...