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Dagadarthi Greenfield Airport Approved in Nellore, Andhra

21 January 20261 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSDagadarthiGreenfield AirportApproved inNellore, Andhra21 January 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The state Cabinet cleared a new airport project in Nellore district, seen as a boost to regional aviation infrastructure and air connectivity.

Key facts

  • Project: Dagadarthi Greenfield Airport.
  • Approved by: Andhra Pradesh Cabinet.
  • District: Nellore.
  • Rank: it will become the 8th airport in the state.
PointDetail
NameDagadarthi Greenfield Airport
Approving bodyAndhra Pradesh Cabinet
LocationNellore district
Count after approvalEighth airport in Andhra Pradesh

Significance

  • Strengthens air connectivity in the state.
  • Adds to regional aviation infrastructure.

Exam angle

  • A greenfield airport is a project built on fresh land rather than expanding an existing one.
  • Remember the district: Nellore.
  • Remember the count: eighth in the state.

Test yourself

1. In which district will the Dagadarthi Greenfield Airport come up?

The notes place it in Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh.

2. Dagadarthi will be which numbered airport in Andhra Pradesh?

The notes say it will become the 8th airport in the state.

3. Which body approved the Dagadarthi Greenfield Airport project?

The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet gave the approval.