{"id":37459,"date":"2025-08-21T13:14:08","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T07:44:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=37459"},"modified":"2025-08-21T13:14:11","modified_gmt":"2025-08-21T07:44:11","slug":"greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/","title":{"rendered":"Greenfield Airport Kota Bundi Project Approved \u2013 Rajasthan Connectivity Boost"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Greenfield_Airport_Kota_Bundi_project_approved_with_%E2%82%B91507_crore_investment_Learn_about_passenger_capacity_UDAN_scheme_link_and_Rajasthans_regional_connectivity_boost\" >Greenfield Airport Kota Bundi project approved with \u20b91,507 crore investment. Learn about passenger capacity, UDAN scheme link, and Rajasthan\u2019s regional connectivity boost.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Greenfield_Airport_at_Kota%E2%80%93Bundi_Approved_%E2%80%93_A_Boost_to_Connectivity_and_Growth\" >Greenfield Airport at Kota\u2013Bundi Approved \u2013 A Boost to Connectivity and Growth<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Cabinet_Nod_for_Greenfield_Air_Connectivity\" >Cabinet Nod for Greenfield Air Connectivity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Project_Capacity_Infrastructure\" >Project Capacity &amp; Infrastructure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Local_and_Regional_Significance\" >Local and Regional Significance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Historical_Development_Phases\" >Historical Development Phases<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Strategic_Implications_for_Rajasthan\" >Strategic Implications for Rajasthan<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Enhancing_Strategic_Connectivity\" >Enhancing Strategic Connectivity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Industrial_Educational_Advancement\" >Industrial &amp; Educational Advancement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Policy_and_Exam_Relevance\" >Policy and Exam Relevance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Economic_and_Employment_Impact\" >Economic and Employment Impact<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Historical_Context_Background_Development_Journey\" >Historical Context: Background &amp; Development Journey<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Legacy_Constraints_of_Kota_Airport\" >Legacy Constraints of Kota Airport<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Strategic_Shift_Toward_Greenfield_Development\" >Strategic Shift Toward Greenfield Development<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Regulatory_and_Institutional_Milestones\" >Regulatory and Institutional Milestones<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Integration_with_UDAN_Scheme\" >Integration with UDAN Scheme<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Key_Takeaways_from_Greenfield_Airport_at_Kota%E2%80%93Bundi\" >Key Takeaways from Greenfield Airport at Kota\u2013Bundi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/rajasthan-current-affairs\/greenfield-airport-kota-bundi-project\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Greenfield_Airport_Kota_Bundi_project_approved_with_%E2%82%B91507_crore_investment_Learn_about_passenger_capacity_UDAN_scheme_link_and_Rajasthans_regional_connectivity_boost\"><\/span>Greenfield Airport Kota Bundi project approved with \u20b91,507 crore investment. Learn about passenger capacity, UDAN scheme link, and Rajasthan\u2019s regional connectivity boost.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Greenfield_Airport_at_Kota%E2%80%93Bundi_Approved_%E2%80%93_A_Boost_to_Connectivity_and_Growth\"><\/span><strong>Greenfield Airport at Kota\u2013Bundi Approved \u2013 A Boost to Connectivity and Growth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cabinet_Nod_for_Greenfield_Air_Connectivity\"><\/span>Cabinet Nod for Greenfield Air Connectivity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Indian government, via the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the construction of a new <strong>Greenfield Airport at Kota\u2013Bundi, Rajasthan<\/strong>. Spearheaded by the Airports Authority of India (AAI), the project has been sanctioned with an estimated investment of \u20b91,507 crore<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Project_Capacity_Infrastructure\"><\/span>Project Capacity &amp; Infrastructure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This airport aims to accommodate <strong>2 million passengers annually<\/strong>, presenting a significant leap in regional air connectivity Notable infrastructure specifications include a <strong>runway measuring approximately 1,220 m by 38 m<\/strong>, suitable for small to medium-sized aircraft, and a modern terminal equipped with essential passenger amenities <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Local_and_Regional_Significance\"><\/span>Local and Regional Significance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and local leaders have expressed optimism, stating the project will spur economic opportunities\u2014particularly in tourism, trade, coaching industries, and employment across the Hadauti region<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Development_Phases\"><\/span>Historical Development Phases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The project has evolved through several phases:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>In-principle approval<\/strong> by the Ministry of Civil Aviation on <strong>May 5, 2025<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environmental approvals and land allocation were completed earlier, including allocation of around <strong>440 hectares<\/strong> of land in November 2021 <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A tripartite MoU between AAI, Rajasthan Urban Development, and Civil Aviation departments was signed in <strong>July 2024<\/strong> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategic_Implications_for_Rajasthan\"><\/span>Strategic Implications for Rajasthan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kota, a prominent educational and industrial hub, will benefit immensely. Enhanced air connectivity is expected to strengthen its coaching education ecosystem, augment tourism in Bundi, and bolster the regional socio-economic framework <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Greenfield-Airport-Kota-Bundi-project\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/swarajya.gumlet.io\/swarajya\/2022-11\/7c773d69-b296-433d-9c18-63a4eed243bd\/Screenshot__94_.png?w=610&amp;q=50&amp;compress=true&amp;format=auto\" alt=\"Greenfield Airport Kota Bundi project\" title=\"Greenfield Airport Kota Bundi project\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Greenfield Airport Kota Bundi project<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span><strong>Why This News Is Important<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhancing_Strategic_Connectivity\"><\/span>Enhancing Strategic Connectivity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For government exam aspirants\u2014particularly in sectors like civil services, railways, banking, and defence\u2014this development is key, reflecting the central government&#8217;s sustained efforts to augment regional infrastructure and integrate underserved regions into national frameworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Industrial_Educational_Advancement\"><\/span>Industrial &amp; Educational Advancement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kota\u2019s reputation as a coaching and educational center will receive a fresh boost. The airport is poised to attract students from farther afield and facilitate industrial movement, enhancing access to national and global markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Policy_and_Exam_Relevance\"><\/span>Policy and Exam Relevance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This project exemplifies central policies such as the <strong>UDAN-RCS<\/strong> (Regional Connectivity Scheme), aiming to democratize air travel and activate new regional growth zones\u2014a recurring theme in exam syllabi on governance and public policy <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Economic_and_Employment_Impact\"><\/span>Economic and Employment Impact<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Construction and subsequent operations will generate job opportunities; the resultant tourism and commercial activities are expected to fuel local economies\u2014a vital topic for sectors like defence (logistics) and civil services (district-level planning).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_Background_Development_Journey\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context: Background &amp; Development Journey<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legacy_Constraints_of_Kota_Airport\"><\/span>Legacy Constraints of Kota Airport<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kota Airport, located within the city, was restricted due to its <strong>short runway (~1,200 m)<\/strong>, minimal passenger capacity, dense surroundings, and lack of feasibility for expansion. It ceased scheduled operations in 1997 due to low demand and unsustainable economics <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategic_Shift_Toward_Greenfield_Development\"><\/span>Strategic Shift Toward Greenfield Development<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recognizing limitations, the state government identified a more suitable site for a greenfield facility. In <strong>November 2021<\/strong>, the site was approved and land was allocated\u2014land free of cost\u2014to AAI for development <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regulatory_and_Institutional_Milestones\"><\/span>Regulatory and Institutional Milestones<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>December 2022<\/strong>: The Environment Ministry\u2019s Forest Advisory Committee granted clearance, and \u20b9115 crore was sanctioned for preparatory work <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>July 2024<\/strong>: A tripartite MoU was formalized with AAI and state departments <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>May 5, 2025<\/strong>: Civil Aviation Ministry issued an in-principle approval for the airport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>August 19\u201320, 2025<\/strong>: The Cabinet committee officially approved project funding (~\u20b91,507 crore), and stakeholders celebrated its potential impacts <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Integration_with_UDAN_Scheme\"><\/span>Integration with UDAN Scheme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The airport\u2019s development is aligned with the UDAN initiative, which seeks to connect remote regions via affordable air travel, augmenting both economic inclusivity and access to essential services <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_Greenfield_Airport_at_Kota%E2%80%93Bundi\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from Greenfield Airport at Kota\u2013Bundi<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S.No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1.<\/td><td><strong>Indian Cabinet approval<\/strong> for Greenfield Airport at Kota\u2013Bundi with \u20b91,507 crore allocation.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2.<\/td><td><strong>Annual capacity<\/strong> expected to be <strong>2 million passengers<\/strong>, boosting regional air travel.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3.<\/td><td>Existing Kota Airport limited by geography and infrastructure; the new site overcomes these constraints.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4.<\/td><td>Project aligns with <strong>UDAN-RCS<\/strong>, reflecting national strategy for regional air connectivity.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5.<\/td><td>Anticipated benefits include enhanced tourism, improved coaching industry outreach, industrial growth, and employment generation.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Greenfield Airport Kota Bundi project<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q1. What is the estimated cost of the Greenfield Airport at Kota\u2013Bundi project?<\/strong><br>The project has been approved at an estimated cost of <strong>\u20b91,507 crore<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q2. Who will develop and manage the new airport in Rajasthan?<\/strong><br>The <strong>Airports Authority of India (AAI)<\/strong> will be responsible for development and management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q3. What is the expected passenger capacity of the new airport?<\/strong><br>The airport will be capable of handling around <strong>2 million passengers annually<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q4. Which government scheme is this project aligned with?<\/strong><br>It is aligned with the <strong>UDAN-RCS (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik \u2013 Regional Connectivity Scheme)<\/strong> to boost regional air travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q5. Why was a Greenfield Airport proposed instead of expanding the old Kota Airport?<\/strong><br>The existing Kota Airport faced geographical and infrastructural constraints, including a short runway and limited expansion capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q6. Which region in Rajasthan will benefit the most from this airport project?<\/strong><br>The <strong>Hadauti region<\/strong>, including Kota and Bundi, will gain in terms of tourism, trade, and educational opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q7. When was the in-principle approval for this project granted?<\/strong><br>The Ministry of Civil Aviation granted <strong>in-principle approval on May 5, 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q8. How much land was allocated for the project, and when?<\/strong><br>Around <strong>440 hectares<\/strong> of land were allocated in <strong>November 2021<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q9. What are the employment prospects expected from the project?<\/strong><br>The project will generate jobs during both the construction phase and operational phase, apart from indirect jobs through tourism and industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Q10. 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