Kolkata Airport Soars Through the Centenary Horizon

The Airports Authority of India will launch various initiatives to celebrate 100 years of Kolkata's NSCBI Airport, including a commemorative stamp and a coin. A new cafe, 'UDAN Yatri Cafe', will open as part of the celebrations, along with a coffee table book showcasing India's cultural influence on airport architecture.

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is gearing up to celebrate a century of the NSCBI Airport in Kolkata with a range of events. Among these is the release of a commemorative stamp and coin, highlighting the airport's landmark status in India's aviation history.

A new cafe, dubbed the 'UDAN Yatri Cafe', will be introduced as a pilot project, offering travelers quality food at affordable prices, enhancing their experience at the airport. The cafe's launch is slated for December 21, kicking off a three-month-long celebration.

Moreover, a coffee table book reflecting India's cultural heritage in modern airport architecture will be unveiled during the concluding ceremony in March 2025. The NSCBI Airport, established in 1924, has been a frontrunner in Indian aviation, currently connecting 49 domestic and 15 international destinations. The centenary festivities will officially begin with an event featuring Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu.

(With inputs from agencies.)