Nellore Airport: Contractor selection process begins for project worth over Rs 648 crore
The state government of Andhra Pradesh has initiated the work for the proposed greenfield airport at Dagadarthi in Nellore. As per updates, the state government is going to commence the contractor selection process for the ambitious infrastructure project estimated at Rs 648.59 crore.
The proposed project will be developed on 650 acres earmarked for core aviation infrastructure, with an additional 726 acres set aside for commercial development and city-side expansion. This project will be developed in phases, and the first phase will see the construction of a runway, a passenger terminal, and essential airside infrastructure, retail spaces, and passenger amenities. A private developer will build, finance, and operate the facility under a 45-year concession agreement with the State government under the DBFOT model.