Swiss President Guy Parmelin will touch down in Noida on Tuesday as part of his three‑day state visit to India. He is slated to spend about two and a half hours inspecting the brand‑new Noida International Airport at Jewar.
Arriving around 11:30 a.m., the president will remain on the premises until roughly 2 p.m. His agenda includes a guided walkthrough of both the passenger and cargo terminals, a sit‑down with senior airport officials, and a briefing on the project's construction schedule and future operational roadmap.
The Jewar facility is being developed by Yamuna International Airport Pvt Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Zurich Airport International AG – the Swiss company that runs Zurich Airport. Parmelin will receive an in‑depth presentation on the venture and will examine the evolving infrastructure firsthand.
First Head‑of‑State Aircraft Lands at Jewar
Airport authorities say Parmelin’s aircraft will become the inaugural international flight carrying a head of state to land on the runway. Although cargo planes from Russia and China used the strip during the recent BRICS summit, this presidential arrival marks a symbolic milestone for the nascent hub.
During his stay, the president will also meet Swiss engineers and project managers who are on site. The delegation will be updated on passenger services, cargo handling, cutting‑edge technologies, and the overall operational model envisioned for the airport.
Business and Technology Collaboration Takes Center Stage
Parmelin’s India itinerary coincides with a surge in economic and technological dialogue between the two countries. The official programme features discussions on trade, investment, education, research, and innovation.
Accompanying the president are senior Swiss business leaders and academic representatives, turning the Jewar stop into a platform for exploring broader cooperation opportunities between Indian and Swiss enterprises.
Airport Gears Up for International Flights
Noida International Airport has already launched commercial operations and is preparing to expand its roster of international services. The Swiss delegation’s evaluation of passenger and cargo facilities will be crucial as the airport aims to become a key aviation hub for the National Capital Region.
Stringent security protocols have been put in place ahead of the presidential visit, with multiple layers of protection and dedicated traffic arrangements to ensure smooth movement of the entourage.
The high‑profile visit underlines Switzerland’s stake in the Jewar project and opens another avenue for India and Switzerland to deepen cooperation across business, infrastructure, technology, and investment.
