Biju Patnaik Airport, International airport in Bhubaneswar, India
Biju Patnaik Airport is an international airport in Bhubaneswar, India, that maintains two separate passenger facilities. Terminal 1 handles domestic connections, while Terminal 2 organizes international arrivals and departures through separate check-in halls and security checkpoints.
The airport grounds began commercial operations in 1962 as the first civilian aviation facility in Odisha state. Later, the facility received its present name in honor of a former Chief Minister who was himself a pilot and aviation advocate.
Passenger halls in Terminal 1 showcase Odisha craftsmanship through murals and sculptures that draw on themes from tribal daily life. Travelers waiting for their flights can observe traditional textile patterns and depictions of local festivals displayed throughout the public areas.
The airport sits roughly 4 kilometers from Bhubaneswar Railway Station and can be reached by taxis or public buses. Both terminals offer waiting areas with seating and service facilities, with relatively short walking distances between arrival and exit points.
The airport grounds host an Indian Coast Guard unit that conducts surveillance flights along the eastern coastal regions. This military presence shares the runway with civilian aircraft and contributes to maritime traffic security in the Bay of Bengal.
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