Pune airport experienced a significant 23.8% increase in cargo operations in 2025, handling 49,718.7 metric tonnes. This growth was primarily driven by domestic cargo, with auto components and pharmaceuticals each contributing about 30%. The airport director highlighted efforts to build a dependable cargo ecosystem through upgraded infrastructure and improved coordination. Despite modest international cargo volumes, the overall transformation of the airport, including the new terminal, bolstered backend operations and reliability for logistics partners.