Reported by The Blunt Times
SURAT : Surat powers India’s diamond, textile and export economy, yet its air connectivity continues to fall short of the needs of one of Gujarat’s biggest commercial hubs. With the winter flight...
Surat does not seek anyone’s favour. It demands its rightful due: better connectivity and aviation infrastructure aligned with its future needs,” the representation states, demanding accountability from elected representatives and aviation authorities.
Despite meetings between trade associations, public representatives and the Union Civil Aviation Minister, the city continues to await visible improvements in flight services. Business owners and passengers are often forced to travel through other airports to reach important destinations, adding to their travel time and expenses.
The demand for 100 flights has raised public expectations, but the key question remains: how many additional services have actually begun, and how many new destinations have been connected to Surat?
Development should not be measured by promises made from a podium, but rather by the flights actually taking off from the airport and the number of new cities connected,” the representation states.
