Air India Categorical launched every day flights between Kolkata and Port Blair, with the inaugural flight taking off from NSC Bose Worldwide Airport at 5:40 am on Sunday.
The return flight left Port Blair at 12.20 pm.
“AAI needs all one of the best to Air India Categorical on this milestone. As the important thing enabler of aviation infrastructure, Airports Authority of India is proud to assist the seamless operation of this new route, guaranteeing world-class services, security, and effectivity at airports. This initiative marks a big step in the direction of enhancing connectivity and selling regional progress within the aviation sector,” AAI mentioned in a press release.
Air India Categorical mentioned it wished to make the Andaman Islands extra accessible for residents and vacationers, providing numerous journey choices.
“Andaman has at all times been one of many favorite spots for vacationers from the east. We hope the elevated connectivity will drive tourism and financial exercise, making it simpler for travellers to go to the Union Territory,” mentioned Sumit Mehta, a non-public tour operator.
