Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the Alluri Sitharama Raju International Airport in Bhogapuram, promising an end to migration from the Uttarandhra region through massive industrial growth.

Key Takeaways

  • ASR International Airport officially inaugurated at Bhogapuram.
  • CM Naidu predicts an end to the trend of migration from Uttarandhra.
  • Major investments from Google and ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel are already flowing in.
  • Polavaram project completion targeted for 2027; Amaravati Phase 1 by 2028.

In a landmark moment for Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the Alluri Sitharama Raju (ASR) International Airport at Bhogapuram, Vizianagaram district, on Saturday. Addressing a massive gathering, the CM declared that the era of mass migration from the Uttarandhra region would soon become a thing of the past.

Naidu emphasized that the airport would serve as a catalyst for economic transformation. "There will no longer be colonies of people from Srikakulam in other places in search of jobs. Instead, people from elsewhere will come here for employment," he stated. He also paid a heartfelt tribute to the local farmers who sacrificed their land to make this monumental project a reality.

Driving Industrial Revolution

The new international gateway is expected to accelerate industrialization across the region. The Chief Minister highlighted that global tech giant Google and steel major ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel have already committed to the region. BozokMedia analysis shows that this infrastructure boost is a critical component in the state's strategy to attract high-value global investments.

"The Bhogapuram airport is not just an aviation hub; it is the cornerstone of Uttarandhra's economic sovereignty."

Strategic Infrastructure and Central Support

Crediting the NDA government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for their support, Naidu outlined an ambitious roadmap. He announced that the Polavaram Irrigation Project is slated for completion by 2027, while the first phase of the capital, Amaravati, is expected to be inaugurated by 2028. The state has already secured 189 investment projects worth ₹6.13 lakh crore, promising approximately 5.5 lakh new jobs.

Did You Know?: The foundation of the Bhogapuram airport project was laid back in 2015, marking a decade-long journey toward completion.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where is the new ASR International Airport located?
It is located in Bhogapuram, in the Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh.

2. How many jobs are expected to be created by recent investments?
The 189 investment projects currently in the pipeline are expected to generate around 5.5 lakh jobs.