Anyone passing through the Jewar region recently can tell you that the place is a beehive of activity—it’s total chaos, but honestly, it’s the best kind of chaos for the state’s economy. What used to be nothing but vast stretches of vacant land is finally transforming into a world-class aviation hub. This week, the momentum hit a new high. The Uttar Pradesh state budget for 2026-27 has just carved out a solid INR 750 crore specifically to keep the engines running for the Noida International Airport.
It’s a massive move. But if you look closer at the numbers, the real story isn’t about the runways being built right now. It’s about what comes next.
UP Budget 2026: Jewar Airport Project
You might think this money is for the fancy terminal glass or the baggage belts. Nope. Almost all of it-about 90%-is for buying land in Noida. Out of that INR 750 crore, a solid INR 700 crore is just for land acquisition.
Why? Because the plan for Jewar has grown. It’s not just a two-runway airport anymore. The state wants five runways. To do that, they need space, and they’re securing it now before prices go even higher or things get stuck in red tape.
The Budget Breakdown:
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INR 700 Crore: Purely for land acquisition (mostly for Phase 3 and 4).
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INR 50 Crore: For the actual construction work and finishing touches.
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The Big Picture: The total civil aviation budget for the state is a huge INR 2,111 crore.UP Budget 2026 allocates ₹750 crore for Noida Airport expansion
UP Budget 2026- Jewar Airport Project: Phase 3
You might ask: “Why buy land for Phase 3 when Phase 1 hasn’t even seen its first flight?”
It’s simple. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath wants this to be the biggest aviation hub in India. By grabbing those 2,053 hectares now across 14 villages, they’re basically “future-proofing” the project. They’ve even set the compensation for farmers at INR 4,300 per square meter to keep things moving smoothly. They aren’t just building an airport; they’re building a city around it.
Spending Area
Money Allocated
The Real Goal
Land Buying
INR 700 Cr
Securing space for 5 runways
Building Stuff
INR 50 Cr
Connectivity & terminal tweaks
State Aviation
INR 2,111 Cr
Making UP a flight hub
The 14 Villages From Whom Land Will be Taken
This is the part that actually affects people on the ground. For the third and fourth phases, the government is acquiring about 2,053 hectares. If you live in or own land in these 14 villages, your life is about to change:
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Thora
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Neemka Shahjahanpur
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Khwajapur
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Ramner
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Kishorpur
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Banwaribans
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Parohi
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Mukimpur Shiwara
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Jewar Bangar
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Sabauta Mustafabad
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Ahmadpur Chauroli
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Dayanatpur
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Bankapur
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Rohi
The compensation is set at INR 4,300 per square meter, which is a 40% jump from the earlier rates. It’s a huge deal for the local farmers, and most have already signaled they’re ready to sign.
UP Budget 2026- Jewar Airport Project: Benefits
If you live in a property of Noida, Greater Noida, or anywhere near the Yamuna Expressway, this budget is basically a “buy” signal.
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Jobs: We’re talking thousands of roles-not just pilots, but logistics, hotels, and retail.
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Property: If you’ve got a plot nearby, hold onto it. The government committing this much cash to future phases means they aren’t stopping anytime soon.
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No more IGI: The best part? No more four-hour drives to Delhi’s IGI airport.
Wrapping it Up: UP Budget 2026- Jewar Airport Project
The Prime Minister is expected to inaugurate the first phase later this month. But this INR 750 crore proves that the inauguration is just the beginning. The dust at the site might be annoying right now, but it’s the smell of a massive economic engine starting up. Jewar is finally ready to fly.
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