Swiss President Guy Parmelin Visits Noida International Airport, Reviews Terminal & Airside Infrastructure

Greater Noida News (06/10/2026): President of the Swiss Confederation Guy Parmelin visited Noida International Airport (NIA) on Tuesday as part of his official visit to India. He was accompanied by Switzerland’s Ambassador to India, H.E. Maya Tissafi, Uttar Pradesh Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Shri Sunil Sharma, and a high-level delegation comprising government officials and business representatives.

The Swiss President was welcomed at Noida International Airport by senior representatives of the airport’s leadership team and Zurich Airport International AG. During the visit, the delegation was given a detailed presentation on the development and progress of the greenfield airport project, along with its sustainability initiatives, passenger-focused approach and long-term expansion plans.

The visit also highlighted the Uttar Pradesh government’s continued efforts to promote investment and strengthen infrastructure-led economic development across the region. Officials briefed the delegation on the airport’s role in enhancing connectivity between Western Uttar Pradesh, the wider Delhi-NCR region and destinations across India and internationally.

As part of his tour, President Parmelin visited several key areas of the airport, including the passenger terminal, Air Traffic Control (ATC) facilities and major airside infrastructure. The delegation received an overview of the airport’s design, technological systems and operational preparedness.

The tour provided an opportunity for Noida International Airport to showcase its focus on creating a modern, efficient and seamless passenger experience. The airport’s development strategy also places significant emphasis on sustainability and environmentally responsible operations, alongside its objective of supporting regional connectivity and economic growth.

Christoph Schnellmann, Vice Chairman of Noida International Airport, said the visit was an important opportunity to present the progress achieved at the airport and explain the approach guiding its development and future operations.

“It was a privilege to welcome H.E. Guy Parmelin and the accompanying delegation to Noida International Airport. The visit provided an opportunity to present the progress made across the airport and the approach guiding its development and future operations,” Schnellmann said.

He further highlighted the role of Zurich Airport’s international experience in shaping the airport’s development, adding that the project remains focused on safety, operational efficiency and passenger convenience while serving the long-term connectivity needs of Delhi-NCR and Uttar Pradesh.

About Noida International Airport

Noida International Airport, with the IATA code DXN, is being developed in Jewar to serve the greater Delhi region and Western Uttar Pradesh. The airport is envisioned as a major aviation and economic infrastructure project, connecting the region with cities across India and international destinations.

The airport has adopted sustainable design and operational principles as part of its long-term objective of achieving net-zero emissions. Its development also includes a focus on providing passengers with modern facilities and a comprehensive commercial experience.

The project is being implemented by Yamuna International Airport Private Limited (YIAPL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Zurich Airport International AG. YIAPL is responsible for the development, construction and operation of the greenfield airport under a public-private partnership with the Government of Uttar Pradesh and the Government of India.

The concession for the airport commenced on October 1, 2021, and is valid for 40 years. According to the airport’s master plan, the facility is designed for phased expansion over the concession period, with the potential to handle more than 70 million passengers annually once fully developed.

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