Daijiworld Media Network - New Delhi
New Delhi, Oct 23: India’s aviation industry is flying high, emerging as the third-largest domestic aviation market in the world and one of the fastest-growing globally. The number of operational airports has more than doubled from 74 in 2014 to 163 in 2025, marking a transformative decade for the sector.
According to an official statement issued on Thursday, the government aims to expand this network to over 350 airports by 2047, aligning with India’s vision for its 100th year of independence. Passenger traffic is projected to exceed one billion by then, while the aviation ecosystem is expected to generate around 25 million jobs, driven by growth in Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO), drone manufacturing, and pilot training.
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