The Indian Air Force has scheduled the closure of Jodhpur Airport to civilian flights from March 29 to April 27, 2026, to facilitate runway resurfacing work. The maintenance will occur in three phases and is part of broader military efforts to upgrade facilities at key airports, affecting airlines such as Air India, IndiGo, and Air India Express currently operating at the site.
Furthermore, other airports including Srinagar and Adampur will experience disruptions in the latter half of 2026 to accommodate additional military runway maintenance. Srinagar is expected to close on weekends from August to mid-October, while Adampur will undergo similar work post-November. The schedule for Pune Airport's maintenance remains to be announced.
The planned closure initiatives highlight the ongoing military efforts to improve fighter jet operations and infrastructure. As a consequence, commercial airlines operating at these airports will suspend civil flights during the specified periods, potentially impacting passenger travel and cargo operations in the region.
This maintenance activity reflects the strategic emphasis placed on upgrading critical military and civil aviation infrastructure in India, with scheduled interventions designed to enhance operational capabilities for the Indian Air Force while temporarily affecting commercial flight schedules.
