Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the newly built terminal at Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati, marking a major milestone in Assam’s aviation infrastructure.
The terminal has been completed in under a year, from design to inauguration, reflecting the fast pace of airport development in the country. Operations are expected to begin by the end of February after final readiness checks.
Designed as a blend of modern architecture and regional identity, the terminal, named “The Bamboo Orchids”, draws inspiration from Assam’s kopou phool (foxtail orchid) and indigenous bamboo varieties from the Northeast. About 140 metric tonnes of locally sourced bamboo have been used in its construction, highlighting sustainable and culturally rooted design.
The project has been developed by Guwahati International Airport Limited and is operated by Adani Airport Holdings Limited. It features DigiYatra-enabled passenger processing, smart check-in facilities and spacious waiting areas aimed at improving travel experience.
Once fully operational, the terminal will be able to handle 13.1 million passengers annually by 2032. Currently, Guwahati Airport serves over 6.5 million passengers a year and ranks among the top 10 busiest airports in India, acting as a key hub for all eight Northeastern states.
Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister said the new terminal reflects Assam’s growing importance as India’s eastern gateway under the Act East policy, supporting economic growth and regional connectivity.
The airport’s overall expansion involves an investment of around ₹5,000 crore, including plans for cargo facilities and maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services. These developments are expected to boost trade, tourism and employment across the region.
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