The airport’s name, "Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhyadham," pays homage to Maharishi Valmiki, the sage attributed the composing of the epic Ramayana, adding a cultural touch to the airport's identity.
Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath also accompanied PM Modi during the inauguration event.
The Airports Authority of India has developed the airport at a cost of Rs 350 crore.
The rejuvenation work of Shri Ram’s city is going on at a fast pace under the Central and state government…
"The government believes that there will be a huge tourist traffic -- both domestic and international -- in Ayodhya when the construction of grand Ram temple is completed. The airport will further facilitate this," said an official spokesman.
