Hon. Narendra Modi
Chief Minister
Gujarat State Government
New Sachivalaya, 5th Floor
Gandhinagar, Gujarat, 382 010
India
(cm@gujaratindia.com)

Hon. Praful Patel
Minister of Civil Aviation
Government of India
Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan, Safdarjung Airport
New Delhi, 110 003
India
(praful@sansad.nic.in)

Sub: Petition for two additional international airports in Gujarat State.

Dear Sirs:

In the rapidly advancing world economy, the overall development of any region is completely dependent on how the region deals with its mass transportation and communication infrastructure.

Under CMs leadership, the progress in the state is noticeable and commendable. However for the equitable development of the state, it is very imperative that all modes of transportation, namely road, rail, sea, river and air are fully developed in total coordination to benefit the entire state.

With this pragmatic approach in mind, we strongly foresee the need for additional international airports in the state. Northern part of the state is served by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. However, the southern and western parts of the state lack the international connectivity that an international airport provides. This can be achieved by at least two international Greenfield airports somewhere near Surat and Rajkot. These airports will provide the stimulus for dramatic development of the surrounding regions, thereby helping the entire state of Gujarat move forward.

We hope you agree that a coordinated effort that serves all parts of Gujarat is critical for the continued economic and social progress of our great state, the growth engine of India. This letter is addressed to both of you, as the ultimate decision makers in the state and central governments.

Thank you and best regards,