Three Russian transport aircraft arrive at Jewar, putting India’s newest airport on the diplomatic aviation map
NOIDA: GTNS, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026; India’s newly operational Noida International Airport at Jewar has entered the spotlight ahead of the BRICS Summit after three Russian military transport aircraft landed at the facility on Thursday.
The movement comes just ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s expected arrival in India, adding a high-profile international dimension to the airport’s early operational phase. Reports indicate that the aircraft were connected with advance arrangements for the Russian delegation.
A New Role for Jewar Airport
The Russian aircraft movement is notable because the Jewar airport is still in the early months of its commercial journey. Its passenger operations began in June 2026, making the handling of a foreign military movement a significant development for the new aviation facility.
The airport is being developed as an important additional gateway for the National Capital Region and is expected to reduce pressure on existing aviation infrastructure around Delhi.
Putin Visit Drives Preparations
The aircraft arrival coincides with preparations for Putin’s India visit for the BRICS Summit.
According to current reports, the Russian President is expected in New Delhi on September 11, while Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected on September 12. Security teams and advance personnel from both countries have already begun preparations in the capital.
Beyond a Routine Airport Movement
The significance of Thursday’s landing goes beyond aviation.
The arrival demonstrates how newly developed airport infrastructure can become part of the logistical network surrounding major international summits. With multiple heads of government expected in Delhi, authorities are using different aviation facilities to manage the movement of special flights, delegations and security teams.
Noida Airport’s Rapid Start
The Russian aircraft movement now gives the airport another milestone only weeks after the beginning of passenger services.
India-Russia Engagement in Focus
Putin’s visit is expected to include talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit.
Energy, defence cooperation, trade and broader strategic relations are among the issues expected to feature in the discussions.
For Jewar, meanwhile, the Russian arrival represents an early indication of how the airport could serve not only commercial aviation but also major diplomatic and international operations.
Global Times News | INDIA ; GTNS
SEPTEMBER 10, 2026