A new city airport is proposed for Kalyani, a well-planned urban development in the Nadia region of West Bengal. With just 53 kilometre from Kolkata, its proximity and convenient accessibility make it the perfect position. The Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata, located 45 kilometre away in Dum Dum, would see less traffic when the new Kalyani Airport opens. The airport is expected to be able to accommodate around 8.5 million people a year, spread over 1,500 acre. It is planned for the airport to open for business in 2030.
Kalyani Airport: Key facts
| Official name | Kalyani Airport |
| Location | Kalyani |
| Area of Airport | 1300-1500 acres |
| Nodal agency | Airports Authority of India (AAI) |
| Inauguration date | 2030 |
| Annual passenger capacity | 8.5 million |
Kalyani Airport: Nearby residential areas
Kalyani
Kalyani is a municipality and city in the Nadia district of West Bengal. It is the administrative headquarters of the Kalyani subdivision and it is one of those few towns in West Bengal that are highly organised and well planned out in its space accommodation, besides being quite an environmentally friendly location. Kolkata, the capital city of West Bengal, is near this town and many people prefer it as their preferred choice where they can breathe easily in a pollution-free environment but still live close to the city lights. It has also been the capital of the trade and industry centre in West Bengal, where many companies operate.
Kanchrapara
Kanchrapara is a residential area on the periphery of Kolkata located to its north. It is close to the towns of Kalyani, Jetia, Halisahar and Nagdaha. Kanchrapara’s two main development drivers are the connection of Barrackpore with Kalyani Motorway and Rishi Bankim Chandra Road. Kanchrapara enjoys good road connectivity to the rest of Kolkata through Barrackpore Kalyani Motorway and the Rishi Bankim Chandra Road. Kanchrapara hosts a railway station called Kanchrapara Railway Station.
Halisahar
Halisahar is a famous town located in the region, and it has proper infrastructure and residential areas. It offers diverse housing options, including gated communities, stand-alone houses and apartments. People and families seeking a residential place near the airport prefer this town as it is easily reachable by both Kalyani and Kolkata. So, besides its attractiveness as a residential district, Halisahar has services such as schools and hospitals, nursing stores, entertainment zones etc.
Bidhan Pally
Halisahar (11.48 km) and Bandel (17.41 km) are both near Bidhan Pally. The following places are close to Bidhan Pally: Dadiwala, Muratipur P, Haringhata Farm, Palashi, Chendua P, Dakshin Goshpara, Kolkata, Nagdaha, Birpara P, Kanchrapara M and Krishnadebbati P.
Bhatpara
Bhatpara is a rapidly growing neighbourhood on the Barrackpore Kalyani Express Highway in Kolkata. State Highway 1 is the second main route crossing this suburb, facilitating commuting.Â
Krishnanagar
About twenty-five km from Kalyani is another well-known residential suburb, which is Krishnanagar. It provides a variety of residential buildings, including flats, villas and gated communities and functions as the Nadia district’s administrative centre.
Chakdaha
About 20 km from Kalyani lies the town of Chakdaha, home to an expanding residential area. The city is a desirable alternative for anyone looking for close access to the airport since it provides a range of housing choices at varying prices.
Ranaghat
Ranaghat is a residential neighbourhood around thirty km away from Kalyani. Because of its variety of housing options—including apartments, independent homes and residential complexes—it is a desirable alternative for anyone searching for a place to live near the airport.
See also: Kolkata Airport: Facts, infrastructure and expansion
Kalyani Airport: Nearby notable infrastructural developments
The rising metropolis Kalyani is now undergoing extensive development and is expected to grow into a large megacity with several important and notable events planned. The airport expansion project is one of these large-scale initiatives, and it is anticipated to substantially affect the socioeconomic environment of Kalyani and the neighbouring areas.Â
Moreover, this development will probably have a favourable knock-on impact on the local real estate market, creating an environment conducive to expansion and opportunity. We discovered an incredible array of innovative projects as we investigated the main developments around Kalyani Airport.
- The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), located in Kalyani
- A Technological Park
- The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER-K) is in Kolkata.
- The National Institute of Biomedical GenomicsÂ
Kalyani Airport: Impact on real estate
The airport building is bound to promote real estate growth in Kalyani and its vicinities. Urban development and improvement are often stimulated by access to air travel facilities, which establish business districts, residential complexes and improved infrastructure This development can lead to better living standards, more economic opportunities and overall progress in the area.
Kalyani Airport opening would reduce the pressure of crowds on Kolkata airport as easy access to air travel for people in town and nearby districts will be possible. It is expected that the airport will positively impact urbanisation and the economy concerning the transportation of an area.
FAQs
Will Kalyani have an airport?
The airport in Kalyani is expected to open in 2030.
How far is Kolkata city from Kalyani Airport?
About 53 km would separate Kolkata City from the Kalyani Airport.
What is Kalyani Airport's precise location?
The Kalyani Airport's exact location is still pending. On the other side, it would be located around 45 kilometres from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in the town of Kalyani.
What is the Kalyani Airport's estimated area?
Around 1300–1500 acre of land will be used for the Kalyani Airport.
Which places around Kalyani Airport are most likely to see an increase in real estate values?
Bidhan Pally, Kanchrapara and Bhatpara are some areas close to Kalyani Airport that might experience an increase in real estate.
What is the name of the nodal agency of Kalyani Airport?
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is the nodal agency of Kalyani Airport.
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