Navi Mumbai International Airport officially began commercial operations on Thursday (25 December) with the landing of its first commercial passenger flight, marking a major milestone for India’s aviation sector, NDTV reported. IndiGo flight 6E460 from Bengaluru touched down at 8 am and was greeted with a traditional water cannon salute, symbolising the formal opening of flight operations at the new airport. Shortly after the first arrival, the airport recorded its inaugural departure when IndiGo flight 6E882 left for Hyderabad at 8.40 am. After years of planning and execution, Navi Mumbai International Airport stands ready to welcome its first flight. Also Read: Navi Mumbai Airport Plans Third Runway, CIDCO Seeks Consultant For Long-Term Feasibility Study

Source: International New York Times December 25, 2025 06:08 UTC