Jewar Farmers Refuse to Cede Airport Land, CM Shares Story of Persuasion A historic moment unfolded in Uttar Pradesh as the first flight from the newly inaugurated Jewar International Airport touched down at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in Lucknow. The flight, carrying 172 farmers from the region, marked the culmination of a 25-year-long struggle to secure land for the airport project. Farmers, who had initially resisted the acquisition of their land, finally witnessed the realization of their long-awaited dream. The farmers, including 20 women, arrived at the Chief Minister’s residence, where they met with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and shared their experiences. The Chief Minister recounted a pivotal moment in the project’s history, revealing how farmers had initially refused to cede the land. “When our cabinet approved the proposal for the airport, we set a 100-day deadline for land acquisition. However, the process stalled, and I visited the area to meet the farmers. I told them, ‘You have one hour to decide—this airport will change your region’s image, as time waits for no one.’” Despite the initial resistance, the farmers eventually agreed, paving the way for the project’s completion. The airport’s construction faced numerous challenges, including prolonged delays and local opposition. Yogi Adityanath highlighted how the region had once been plagued by crime and lacked basic infrastructure, with villages like Jewar being mere hamlets. “This airport is a turning point. It will transform this area into a hub of opportunity, attracting global attention,” he said. The project’s first phase, which involved acquiring over 13,000 acres of land, has already begun to reshape the region’s economic landscape.#farmers #yogi_adityanath #up #chaudhary_charan_singh_international_airport #jewar_international_airport
