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Donyi Polo Airport, a greenfield airport located approximately 25 kilometres from the state capital Itanagar and directly connected via NH-415 through a four-lane road, represents a landmark development in regional connectivity and infrastructure in Arunachal Pradesh.th Inaugurated by the Hon%u2019ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 19 November, 2022 and th operationalised on 28 November, 2022, the airport%u2019s new terminal building was subsequently th dedicated to the nation on 4 September, 2025 by the Hon%u2019ble Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Shri Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu.As the first airport in the state capable of handling large commercial aircraft such as the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737, it serves as the primary aviation gateway to Arunachal Pradesh, fulfilling a long-standing aspiration for enhanced air connectivity.With a peak hour passenger serving capacity of 800 passengers, a 2,300-metre runway (Code4C), three aircraft bays, helicopter stands, advanced navigational aids including ILS (CAT-I) andDVOR, and passenger-friendly amenities such as a Udan Yatri Cafe, AVSAR outlet, Flybrary,Tourist Facilitation Centre and prepaid taxi services, the airport offers a modern and efficienttravel experience.Direct connectivity to Delhi, Kolkata, Guwahati and Tezu has significantly strengthened trade, tourism and regional integration. The airport has also demonstrated steady growth in passenger traffic since operationalisation and was recognised as the Best Airport under the RCS-Udan category at Wings India-2026.Emphasising sustainability, the facility incorporates eco-friendly initiatives including a 125 kWpsolar power plant, electric bus services and Sewage Treatment Plant, underscoring its commitment to environmentally responsible development.AIRPORT FILESDonyi Polo Airport: A Modern Gateway to Arunachal Pradesh6 AAIConnect ISSUE 52 | February 2026