Reviving Air Ties: Direct Flights Resume Between India and China

Direct flights between India and China are resuming after more than four years, with IndiGo restarting services connecting Kolkata to Guangzhou from October 26. The resumption follows diplomatic and technical engagements, enhancing air connectivity and economic collaboration between the two countries.

After a hiatus of over four years, direct flights between India and China are set to resume, with IndiGo restarting its services from Kolkata to Guangzhou on October 26.

The civil aviation ministry announced on Thursday that the resumption of air services comes after continuous technical-level discussions aimed at normalizing bilateral relations.

Initially halted in early 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions, flights are expected to enhance people-to-people exchanges and bolster economic ties.

(With inputs from agencies.)