India has granted forest clearance for the proposed Shree Jagannath International Airport in Puri, marking a major step toward boosting tourism in Odisha. The ₹5,631 crore project will improve global access to the pilgrimage city, known for the Jagannath Temple and Rath Yatra. Once completed, the airport will handle millions of passengers annually, supporting economic growth, tourism expansion, and better connectivity across eastern India.