Scheduled commercial operations at Visakhapatnam Airport (Vizag) are ending, with the new Bhogapuram Airport set to become the primary operational hub.

The new Bhogapuram International Airport is scheduled to open on August 1, with details on its location, passenger capacity, and features now available.

They call for immediate steps and long-term strategy as traffic likely to increase with Bhogapuram airport

The VMRDA chief has issued directives for the completion of all roads connected to the Bhogapuram airport project by the end of May, aiming to ensure timely infrastructure development.

An MP has instructed officials to accelerate the construction of road connectivity projects leading to the new Bhogapuram Airport.

The Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA) announced its plan to deploy drones to monitor the ongoing road construction connecting Vizag and Bhogapuram Airport.

Visakhapatnam airport has ceased operations, making way for Andhra Pradesh's newest commercial airport in Bhogapuram.

The Centre has decided to cease scheduled commercial operations at the existing Visakhapatnam Airport, transferring its VTZ code to the upcoming Alluri Sitarama Raju International Greenfield Airport at Bhogapuram in Andhra Pradesh.

The study for the Visakhapatnam Metro Rail project is expected to conclude within the next two months, while local leaders are urging for its extension to Bhogapuram Airport.

Authorities are prioritizing land acquisition for the development of the Bhogapuram airport, with the Vizianagaram Collector emphasizing the importance of this phase.

Naidu announced that all irrigation projects in North Andhra will be completed within three years, also highlighting the Bhogapuram International Airport's role in regional development.

A new airport in Bhogapuram has opened its doors, with a photo gallery showcasing the new facility.

The civil aviation ministry announced that commercial flight operations will permanently shift from Visakhapatnam Airport to Bhogapuram starting August 17, with the Visakhapatnam civil enclave closing for 30 years.

Visakhapatnam International Airport will halt civilian flights starting July 8, with operations relocating to the new Bhogapuram Airport, located 50 km away, raising concerns about connectivity.

“Visakhapatnam is a coastal city. It is time we stop looking only at the roads. A sea-cruise transit hall at the outer harbour is a viable, high-speed alternative,” stated the SIDAR research team.

The Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA) has set a May deadline for the completion of seven Master Plan roads connecting the Bhogapuram airport, with 60% of the work already done.

A minister announced that the Bhogapuram airport is nearing completion and works have resumed on the Budagatlapalem fishing harbour.