Historic Milestone: PM Modi Inaugurates Alluri Sitharama Raju (ASR) International Airport at Bhogapuram, Andhra Pradesh - AP Events
On August 1, 2026, Andhra Pradesh marked a transformative moment in its aviation and infrastructure journey. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Alluri Sitharama Raju (ASR) International Airport at Bhogapuram in Vizianagaram district—the state’s first major greenfield international airport since bifurcation in 2014. This state-of-the-art facility, developed under a Public-Private Partnership, is set to redefine connectivity for North Coastal Andhra , boost tourism and trade, and serve as a powerful catalyst for regional economic growth. The grand opening ceremony blended cutting-edge infrastructure with vibrant cultural pride, drawing national attention. A Grand Opening Ceremony Full of Colour and Pride Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the airport around 10:45 a.m. and was received by Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer , Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu , Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan , and Union Minister for Civil Aviation K. Ram Mohan Naidu . Th...