Navi Mumbai Airport May See First Flight by Mid-December

04 Nov 2025 CW Team

The Airport Police Station, constructed within the NMIA premises, is expected to be handed over to the police by December. An official from the City and Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra Limited (CIDCO) confirmed that work is progressing with a target launch date of 15 December for the airport’s first flight.

Meanwhile, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has formally taken charge of airport security. “The induction process has been completed, and sweeping operations are now under way,” said a CISF official. “Currently, 200 personnel have been deployed, and the strength will gradually increase to 1,800 as per operational requirements.”

The CISF will also establish a dedicated control room to oversee security operations at the Terminal 3 (T3) complex, ensuring comprehensive surveillance and incident management.

For the newly created Airport Police Station, the government has approved 108 posts across various ranks, along with recurring expenditure of Rs 33.8 million and non-recurring expenditure of Rs 17.6 million. The jurisdiction for the new police station will be carved out from the Panvel City and Ulwe police stations under the Navi Mumbai Police Commissionerate.

Deputy Commissioner of Police (Headquarters) Sanjay Patil stated that interviews for immigration staff have already begun. Selected candidates will undergo training at the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO), Mumbai, ahead of the airport’s operational launch.

Once functional, the Navi Mumbai International Airport—a key project under Maharashtra’s infrastructure development plan—will feature four passenger terminals, two runways, and advanced cargo facilities, positioning it as a major aviation hub for western India.

The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) is expected to commence its first commercial domestic flight around 15 December, though an official announcement is yet to be made by the Navi Mumbai International Airport Limited (NMIAL). According to senior officials from the Navi Mumbai Police Commissionerate, cargo operations are also likely to begin around the same time, while international flights are anticipated to start by February 2026. The Airport Police Station, constructed within the NMIA premises, is expected to be handed over to the police by December. An official from the City and Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra Limited (CIDCO) confirmed that work is progressing with a target launch date of 15 December for the airport’s first flight. Meanwhile, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has formally taken charge of airport security. “The induction process has been completed, and sweeping operations are now under way,” said a CISF official. “Currently, 200 personnel have been deployed, and the strength will gradually increase to 1,800 as per operational requirements.” The CISF will also establish a dedicated control room to oversee security operations at the Terminal 3 (T3) complex, ensuring comprehensive surveillance and incident management. For the newly created Airport Police Station, the government has approved 108 posts across various ranks, along with recurring expenditure of Rs 33.8 million and non-recurring expenditure of Rs 17.6 million. The jurisdiction for the new police station will be carved out from the Panvel City and Ulwe police stations under the Navi Mumbai Police Commissionerate. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Headquarters) Sanjay Patil stated that interviews for immigration staff have already begun. Selected candidates will undergo training at the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO), Mumbai, ahead of the airport’s operational launch. Once functional, the Navi Mumbai International Airport—a key project under Maharashtra’s infrastructure development plan—will feature four passenger terminals, two runways, and advanced cargo facilities, positioning it as a major aviation hub for western India.

Real Estate

05 Aug 2026

CREDAI-MCHI to Host 10th Design & Construction Conference

CREDAI-MCHI will host the 10th anniversary edition of its Design & Construction Conference on August 19, 2026, at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai.The event is expected to bring together more than 500 procurement leaders, construction heads, architects, consultants and senior real estate decision-makers, alongside over 50 construction and ancillary brands.The conference will feature product launches, technology showcases, knowledge sessions, strategic business-to-business networking and recognition of procurement professionals contributing to the transformation of the construction..

Infrastructure Energy

05 Aug 2026

BorgWarner Wins Extension for High-Voltage Inverter Programmes

BorgWarner has secured a major extension of several high-volume high-voltage inverter programmes from a leading European automotive manufacturer.The contracts cover updated inverter designs for plug-in hybrid and 800V battery-electric vehicle applications. Production is scheduled to begin in 2029.Isabelle McKenzie, President and General Manager, BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems, said the programme extensions demonstrate the company’s position in power electronics and reflect the strength of its technology, in-house expertise and customer relationships.For plug-in hybrid vehicles, BorgWarner wil..

Infrastructure Urban

05 Aug 2026

Castrol India Q2 Profit Rises 43% to Rs 3.48 bn

Castrol India reported a 43 per cent year-on-year increase in profit after tax to Rs 3.48 billion for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, supported by growth across its consumer, industrial and institutional businesses.Revenue from operations increased 25 per cent to Rs 18.71 billion during the second quarter of 2026, compared with Rs 14.97 billion in the corresponding period of 2025. EBITDA rose 41 per cent to Rs 4.94 billion from Rs 3.50 billion.Sequentially, revenue increased from Rs 15.45 billion in the first quarter of 2026, while EBITDA rose from Rs 3.29 billion. Profit after tax increased ..