Agartala: The Airport Authority of India has elevated Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport also known as Agartala Airport in Tripura, to a higher grade, recognising its passenger traffic and infrastructure development, according to an official announcement.
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his continued support in upgrading the Agartala airport and for the Centre’s commitment to the state’s progress.
As per the official circular, airports in Agartala, Bhopal, Madurai, Surat, Udaipur, and Vijayawada have been upgraded from Grade III to Grade II.
MBB Airport, the second busiest in the Northeast after Guwahati, currently handles 14 flights and serves approximately 4,000 passengers daily.
Saha expressed pride in the upgrade, stating, “It is a moment of great pride that MBB Airport, Agartala, has been elevated from Grade III to Grade II due to its growing passenger traffic and enhanced infrastructure. I extend my heartfelt thanks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his unwavering support for the holistic development of Tripura.”
With this upgrade, MBB Airport will benefit from facilities similar to those of Guwahati’s Lokpriya Bordoloi Airport, according to officials.
Additionally, the elevation will grant the airport director greater financial authority to initiate projects and development initiatives.
