Overview

• Punjab governor and UT administrator Gulab Chand Kataria urged strengthening both domestic and international air routes from Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport to meet growing passenger demand in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and Chandigarh.
• Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport serves as the primary gateway for northern India and has faced capacity strains amid rising tourism and business travel.
• Civil aviation minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu pledged to explore new route possibilities in collaboration with airlines and airport operators.
• The ministry’s plan includes upgrading passenger facilities to enhance service quality and accommodate anticipated traffic growth.
• Direct international flights are expected to boost regional tourism, facilitate business connections and support local economic expansion.