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Navi Mumbai International Airport to Begin Operations by September 2025: Maharashtra Gears Up for Major Industrial Growth
- Ajjay Bhagyakar
- Jul 11
- 3 min read
In a significant announcement during the Legislative Assembly session, Maharashtra Industries Minister Uday Samant confirmed that the much-anticipated Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) is poised to begin operations by September 2025. While the initial deadline was set for August, minor logistical delays have nudged the launch into the following month. Nevertheless, the completion of 95% of the construction work signals a near-ready state for one of India’s most crucial infrastructure projects.
✈️ Navi Mumbai Airport: A New Era of Connectivity
According to Samant, the first phase of the airport will become operational within the next two months, beginning with limited flight operations. The second phase is expected to be rolled out shortly after, gradually ramping up capacity to meet international standards and passenger demands.
The Navi Mumbai International Airport is expected to be a major catalyst for economic and infrastructural growth, particularly in Navi Mumbai, Raigad, and surrounding regions. The project aligns with the government’s larger vision of turning Maharashtra into a global investment hub.
💼 Maharashtra Leads in Investment Realization
Speaking on the state’s investment ecosystem, Minister Samant proudly stated that 87% of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) signed by the Maharashtra government have been successfully realized — the highest conversion rate in India. This is a strong indicator of investor confidence and administrative efficiency under the current leadership.
“In the last three years alone, Maharashtra has signed MoUs worth ₹1.80 lakh crore, ₹7 lakh crore, and ₹15.72 lakh crore,” said Samant.
Out of 46 companies with signed MoUs:
15 have already been allotted land
7 more will receive land shortly
20 others are in the pipeline for land allocation
4 industrial units are ready to begin operations
🌏 FDI and Equitable Industrial Growth
Samant credited Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde for Maharashtra’s stellar performance in attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), maintaining the state’s position as a preferred destination for global investors.
A notable highlight of the session was the focus on balanced industrial development across urban and rural areas. The Gadchiroli district, often overlooked in major development plans, is now emerging as a steel manufacturing hub with investments of nearly ₹1 lakh crore.
Under the CM Employment Guarantee Scheme, more than 62,000 industrial units have been established in the last few years — a number six times higher than during the previous MVA government's tenure.
🛠️ Empowering Artisans and Small Enterprises
Maharashtra is also among the top three states in implementing the Central Government’s Vishwakarma Yojana, which supports artisans and skilled tradespeople. This initiative aims to preserve traditional skills while enabling artisans to adapt to modern demands and market structures.
💰 BMC's Financial Health Under Scrutiny
In response to concerns raised about the financial status of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), Samant acknowledged that the civic body’s liabilities have increased to ₹2.32 lakh crore, marking a 22% rise over the past year. However, he firmly rejected allegations of financial mismanagement, attributing the rise to planned infrastructural and urban development.
📌 Conclusion: A State on the Move
With the upcoming launch of the Navi Mumbai International Airport and the state’s proven ability to convert MoUs into ground-level action, Maharashtra is clearly poised for an era of transformation. Backed by robust infrastructure, growing industrial zones, and inclusive development policies, the state is not only keeping pace with national goals but setting new benchmarks.
As Maharashtra welcomes global investors and prepares to open the doors of a new international airport, the message is clear: The future is taking off from Navi Mumbai.
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