Star Air offers new routes connecting Jharsuguda and Raipur to Hyderabad and Lucknow starting January 1, 2025. The expansion supports the government's UDAN scheme, which boosts regional connectivity Star Air plans to expand its fleet by 25 aircraft over years of the next three can do so, increasing access to urban areas.
The government launched the UDAN scheme to fuel the growth of India's regional aviation industry and make air travel accessible to all. Supporting this initiative, Star Air, the aviation arm of the Sanjay Ghodawat Group, has announced new destinations, Jharsuguda and Raipir, which will connect Hyderabad and Lucknow starting from 1 January 2025.
This expansion brings Star Air's total destinations to 24 and marks a key milestone in the airline's mission to improve regional connectivity, making air travel more accessible, convenient, and affordable. Star Air also strengthens last-mile connectivity to tier 2 and tier 3 cities. The airline has unveiled plans to expand its fleet to 25 over the next three years, increasing access to quality air travel in underserved areas. The airline is well positioned for further growth and improved connectivity with 9 aircraft, including 4 Embraer E17S and 5 Embraer E14
Cap Simran Singh Tiwana, CEO of Star Air, commented, "The launch of new destinations connecting Hyderabad, Lucknow, Jharsuguda and Raipur represents a significant step forward in Star Air's mission to strengthen regional connectivity across India.
These flights are designed to maximize passenger comfort and help boost trade, tourism and investment opportunities in these areas.'
This expansion is expected to enhance the tourism and economic climate of Jharsuguda, Hyderabad, Lucknow and Raipur, create a cultural exchange and create new opportunities for growth and sustainability.
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