Kolkata airport marks 100 years of history with centenary celebrations

hindustantimes.com — December 21, 2024 at 09:01 AM UTC

Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport is celebrating 100 years of operations. The airport has hosted notable figures like Queen Elizabeth II and Fidel Castro, and iconic aircraft such as the Concorde and Beluga XL have landed there. The airport, originally known as Dum Dum Airport, has evolved from a strategic stopover to a major global hub. It has also experienced significant incidents, including crashes and mishaps over the years. Centenary celebrations will begin on December 21, 2024, and continue until March 29, 2025. An exhibition showcasing the airport's history will be held, featuring photographs and documents from its past.

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