Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Bihar approved the construction of a major international airport at Sonepur in Saran district as part of a landmark infrastructure initiative. The project includes a 4,200-metre runway designed to handle wide-body aircraft such as the Airbus A380, enabling direct long-haul international flights. Spread over 4,228 acres, the airport aims to enhance connectivity in north Bihar and reduce congestion at Patna’s existing airport. With a land acquisition allocation of ₹1,302 crore and a completion target of 2030, the project is expected to boost trade, tourism, employment, and regional economic development significantly.