Thiruvananthapuram airport’s special advisory to passengers in view of PM Modi’s visit

In view of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Kerala capital to inaugurate the Vizhinjam seaport, the Thiruvananthapuram international airport has issued a special advisory to the passengers.

 

The airport has advised passengers to start early from homes on May 1 and 2 in view of the traffic regulations in place.

 

"In light of the upcoming VVIP visit in Thiruvananthapuram, traffic regulations will be in effect on 1 and 2 May 2025. We kindly advise passengers to allow extra travel time when heading to the airport. We appreciate your understanding and support," it said.

 

The Thiruvananthapuram airport, the second busiest in Kerala, is 16 km away from the seaport.

 

The deep-water Vizhinjam international port was developed by the Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ), India's largest port developer and part of the Adani Group.

 

Being developed at an estimated cost of Rs 8,867 crore, the port is expected to be fully operational by 2028 after completing the second, third and fourth phases. 

 

The port received the commercial commissioning certificate on December 4 last year following the successful completion of its trial run.

 

According to an official statement, the strategically important port has been identified as a key priority project that will contribute to strengthening India's position in global trade, enhance logistics efficiency, and reduce reliance on foreign ports for cargo transhipment.

 

India