Maharashtra Unveils Major Infrastructure Plans Including Mumbai's Third Airport by 2030

Ajit Pawar outlines ambitious projects in the state budget, including Vadhavan Port, Navi Mumbai Airport, and expanded metro connectivity.

Mumbai's third airport is planned near Vadhavan Port in Palghar district, with operations expected to begin by 2030.
Vadhavan Port, a Rs76,220 crore project with a 26% state government stake, will handle 300 million metric tonnes of cargo annually, tripling the capacity of JNPT.
The Navi Mumbai International Airport, with 85% of construction completed, will begin domestic flight operations next month and is designed to handle 90 million passengers annually.
A metro line will connect Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport to the Navi Mumbai International Airport, enhancing regional connectivity.
Maharashtra's budget also includes plans for 1,500 km of new roads, night landing facilities at Shirdi Airport, and a goal to generate 50 lakh jobs over five years.