India’s cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a major expansion of the civil Enclave within the Srinagar International Airport, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has said, calling it a landmark step for Jammu and Kashmir union territory.
In an X post on Tuesday (February 24, 2026), Rajnath Singh said the credit must go to the prime minister’s continued emphasis on infrastructure-led growth for the union territory.
The cabinet’s approval would “significantly enhance passenger handling capacity, modernise aviation infrastructure, and strengthen connectivity in the valley” of Srinagar, he said.
“Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi’s unwavering focus on infrastructure-led growth continues to transform aspirations into reality,” he said in the post on the microblogging site.
“The Cabinet’s approval for the major expansion of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport is a landmark step for Jammu & Kashmir,” he said.
“This significant upgrade will enhance passenger capacity, modernise aviation facilities, and strengthen connectivity in the Valley,” the defence minister said.
“Grateful to Prime Minister Modi for his visionary leadership in ushering in a new era of connectivity, confidence and development for Jammu & Kashmir,” he added.