New Delhi, Jan 5: The Union Cabinet has granted approval to designate the Ayodhya airport as an international airport and has chosen the name “Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhyadham,” as per an official statement released on Friday.
The decision to elevate the airport’s status to international is deemed crucial for unlocking Ayodhya’s economic potential and recognizing its global significance as a pilgrimage destination. This move is expected to facilitate the influx of foreign pilgrims and tourists.
The airport’s name, paying homage to Maharishi Valmiki, the sage credited with composing the epic Ramayana, adds a cultural dimension to its identity.
Ayodhya, deeply rooted in culture, is strategically positioned to evolve into a significant economic hub and pilgrimage site. The airport’s capacity to attract international pilgrims and businesses aligns seamlessly with the city’s historical prominence, the statement emphasized.
