From Assam’s soil to...: PM Modi opens India’s greenest airport, 1 lakh plants, 140 tonnes of Bamboo

India has unveiled its first-ever nature-themed airport terminal as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new terminal at Guwahati’s Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport. Inspired by Assam’s kopou phool and built using 140 metric tonnes of locally sourced bamboo, the terminal blends sustainability, culture, and cutting-edge technology. Featuring lush forest-like interiors, AI-driven operations, DigiYatra, and advanced security systems, the ₹5,000 crore project nearly doubles passenger capacity. Designed to handle over 13 million passengers annually by 2032, the award-winning terminal marks a major boost for Northeast India’s connectivity and aviation future.