Daman Set for Major Infrastructure Leap as PM Modi Likely to Inaugurate Airport and Rs.250 Crore Hospital

Daman | Union Territory — The Union Territory of Daman is gearing up for a historic infrastructure milestone as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate the region’s first civil airport and a state-of-the-art ₹250 crore government hospital in the first week of June.

The upcoming inauguration is being seen as a transformative moment for Daman’s tourism, healthcare, and connectivity sectors. Authorities believe the projects will significantly enhance the Union Territory’s appeal as a national and international tourist destination.

The newly constructed civil airport on Devka Road has been built at an estimated cost of ₹100 crore over nearly one lakh square metres. Officials said commercial flights connecting Daman with Delhi are expected to begin immediately after the inauguration, while routes to Mumbai and Ahmedabad will follow soon.

Administrator Praful Patel chaired a high-level public review meeting to oversee preparations for the mega event. Authorities are reportedly preparing for a public gathering of nearly 1.5 lakh people during the Prime Minister’s possible visit.

A senior official associated with the project said, “The airport will open a new chapter for Daman by improving accessibility and accelerating tourism-driven economic growth.”

The airport terminal spans 5,460 square metres and includes modern passenger facilities, 12 check-in counters, a waiting lounge for 180 passengers, and a VVIP lounge. The airport can accommodate two Airbus A-320 aircraft simultaneously and will eventually be managed by the Airports Authority of India.

Important Highlights

 Daman Civil Airport

Project Cost: ₹100 crore

Area: Nearly 1 lakh sq. m.

Initial Routes: Delhi, followed by Mumbai and Ahmedabad

Capacity: Parking for 2 Airbus A-320 aircraft

Passenger Facilities: 12 check-in counters, VVIP lounge, modern terminal

Marwad Government Hospital

Project Cost: ₹250 crore

Features: Fully centralized AC facility

Expected to significantly strengthen public healthcare infrastructure

In addition to the airport and hospital inauguration, more than 25 development projects are also expected to be launched or receive foundation stones during the visit.

Praful Patel also announced a new eco-friendly transport policy for tourist areas. “From June 1, only bicycles and electric vehicles will be permitted on Ramsetu and Namopath to reduce fuel consumption and promote sustainable tourism,” he said.

Officials further clarified that no government vehicles would be allocated for transporting attendees to the event, urging organizations and local groups to make independent arrangements.