Imphal: Air travellers from Manipur are set to get long-awaited relief as the Centre has approved two new flight services — one each on the Imphal–Guwahati and Imphal–Kolkata routes — to address limited connectivity and soaring ticket prices.
Former Chief Minister N. Biren Singh shared the update on X, stating that the decision followed discussions between MLA Susindro and the Secretary of Civil Aviation in Delhi. Officials from the Ministry confirmed that steps are underway to operationalise the new flights at the earliest.
Singh added that the Ministry of Civil Aviation is also working to cap airfares at around ₹7,000, easing the financial burden on passengers affected by high ticket costs. He described the move as a reflection of the central leadership’s commitment to addressing the concerns of Manipur’s people “in a timely and positive manner.”
Meanwhile, Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla has written to Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, urging immediate intervention to restore and enhance flight operations to and from Imphal. He expressed concern over the drastic cut in services, with daily flights between Imphal and Guwahati reduced from five to two, and those to Kolkata from five to just two, with no early morning or late evening options available.
