DARBHANGA, Jan. 23 -- Darbhanga airport is rapidly emerging as a key growth engine for North Bihar, with multiple high-impact infrastructure projects - ranging from runway expansion and highway connectivity to a cargo hub, a new terminal building and enhanced security - progressing simultaneously.

With strong backing from both the Centre and the Bihar government, the airport is poised to play a pivotal role in boosting regional connectivity, trade, employment and economic development across Mithila and adjoining regions.

In a major step towards upgrading Darbhanga airport to international standards, the process of acquiring an additional 90 acres of land for runway expansion has begun. The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has proposed ...