Swiss President Guy Parmelin will touch down in Noida on Tuesday as a centerpiece of his three‑day state visit to India, allocating roughly two and a half hours to a close‑up examination of the freshly opened Noida International Airport in Jewar.
He is slated to arrive at the airfield around 11:30 am and stay until approximately 2 pm. The agenda includes a guided walkthrough of the passenger and cargo terminals, a sit‑down with senior airport executives, and a briefing on the project's construction timeline and upcoming operational strategy.
The Jewar venture is being driven by Yamuna International Airport Pvt Ltd, a wholly‑owned arm of Zurich Airport International AG – the Swiss company that runs Zurich Airport. Parmelin will receive a comprehensive presentation on the initiative and tour the evolving infrastructure.
First presidential state aircraft to land at Jewar
Airport officials say the Swiss leader’s plane will be the inaugural international flight carrying a head of state to set foot on the runway. Although cargo aircraft from Russia and China used the strip during the recent BRICS summit, Parmelin’s arrival marks a symbolic milestone for the nascent hub.
During the visit, the president will also meet Swiss engineers and project managers stationed on site. The delegation will be briefed on passenger services, cargo handling, cutting‑edge technology, and the overall operational model envisioned for the airport.
Business and technology cooperation in focus
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 collaboration opportunities between Indian and Swiss enterprises.
Airport prepares for international operations
Noida International Airport has already launched commercial flights and is gearing up for an expanded roster of international services. The Swiss delegation’s assessment of the passenger and cargo facilities will be pivotal as the airport aspires to become a major aviation hub for the National Capital Region.
Stringent security protocols have been put in place ahead of the presidential arrival, with multiple layers of protection and dedicated traffic arrangements to ensure a smooth movement of the entourage.
The high‑profile visit underscores Switzerland’s stake in the Jewar project and opens another avenue for India and Switzerland to deepen cooperation across business, infrastructure, technology and investment.
