Pakistan Restores Major Air Routes Amid Rising Tensions

Pakistan has restored air traffic across major routes following a brief closure due to India's military actions. Some routes remain closed temporarily. The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) updated the status and emphasized the safety concerns raised with the ICAO over India's actions, which affected numerous international and domestic flights.

Pakistan has reopened most of its air routes after an initial closure in response to India's military strikes. The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) issued a revised notice restoring airspace over key areas like Islamabad and Karachi, while some routes around Lahore remain closed temporarily.

The CAA highlighted safety concerns for civil aviation, addressing the International Civil Aviation Organisation about the risks posed by India's actions. Airports nationwide, including Islamabad and Karachi, are operational, with specific routes between Lahore and Islamabad still restricted for operational reasons.

A heavy rush was observed at Karachi's Jinnah Airport as flights resumed. With 57 international and several domestic flights impacted during the airspace closure, the Pakistan Airports Authority assures that the country's airspace remains secure for civil aviation activities.

(With inputs from agencies.)