Rewa Airport, Chorhata, REWA (REW)

Rewa Airport (REW), designated VA1G with pseudo ICAO code VERW, operates as a modern regional aviation facility serving Rewa city and the broader Vindhya region in Madhya Pradesh, strategically positioned at Chorhata approximately 11 kilometers from Rewa city center at coordinates 24°30′13″N, 81°13′23″E at an elevation of 1,000 feet (305 meters) above sea level. Originally established as a basic airstrip, this facility underwent comprehensive transformation through the Government of India's UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik) regional connectivity scheme Round 4.2, aimed at providing affordable air travel to underserved regions while boosting economic development throughout eastern Madhya Pradesh. The airport represents a significant milestone in India's regional aviation expansion, officially inaugurated in October 2024 through virtual ceremony conducted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, symbolizing the government's commitment to enhancing connectivity in previously underserved areas where air transport can dramatically improve access to economic opportunities, healthcare, and education. The airport operates through modern infrastructure designed specifically for regional aircraft operations, featuring a single runway designated 07/25 measuring 1,400 meters in length, constructed to accommodate ATR 72 aircraft and equipped with night landing facilities that enable operations throughout extended hours while supporting the diverse scheduling requirements of regional connectivity services. Ground support facilities encompass comprehensive aircraft parking areas, fuel storage systems appropriate for turboprop operations, modern ground handling equipment, and advanced security systems designed to meet contemporary aviation standards while maintaining efficient operations appropriate for regional traffic volumes. The facility's development involved transforming a basic airstrip into a full-service airport following the 2016 state government initiative that demanded inclusion in the UDAN scheme, with the foundation stone laid by Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia and Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan on February 15, 2023. Terminal facilities emphasize efficient passenger processing within a compact, modern 750-square-meter terminal building designed with peak-hour capacity of 50 passengers, featuring streamlined check-in procedures, advanced security screening systems, comfortable seating areas for relaxation between flights, clean restroom facilities, information desks, and essential passenger amenities that ensure a swift and convenient travel experience appropriate for regional operations. The terminal's modern, compact design enables rapid passenger flow while maintaining comfort standards that reflect contemporary Indian aviation infrastructure development, with facilities designed to accommodate the specific needs of domestic passengers traveling under the subsidized UDAN scheme routes. Ground transportation coordination includes connections to Rewa city center and surrounding areas, supporting the airport's role in improving regional accessibility and economic integration throughout the Vindhya region. The airport's strategic significance extends beyond routine regional connectivity to encompass its vital role in the Government of India's broader strategy of democratizing air travel and promoting balanced regional development through improved transportation infrastructure in previously underserved areas. Current operations include regular flights operated by Alliance Air connecting Rewa to New Delhi thrice weekly, PM Shri Tourism Air Services connecting to Jabalpur and Singrauli operated by the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board, and upcoming daily IndiGo service to Indore scheduled to commence December 22, 2025, demonstrating growing airline confidence in the route's viability. The facility represents successful implementation of the UDAN scheme's objectives, transforming a remote regional airstrip into a modern airport that enhances connectivity for residents while supporting tourism development, business growth, and economic opportunities throughout the historically underserved Vindhya region of Madhya Pradesh, ensuring reliable air transport access that was previously unavailable to this important but geographically isolated area of central India.