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Gwalior Gets New Flight Connectivity Boost with Akasa Air Launch

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced the launch of Akasa Air's new Gwalior-Delhi-Bengaluru air service. The flights will operate on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, supplementing existing IndiGo services. Scindia stated the connectivity will boost trade, industry, education, and employment in the Gwalior-Chambal region. He thanked Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu for facilitating the new routes.

Key Points: Gwalior-Delhi-Bengaluru Air Service Launched

  • Akasa Air starts Gwalior-Delhi-Bengaluru flights on Mon, Wed, Fri
  • Gwalior now has air connectivity six days a week
  • Scindia thanks Civil Aviation Minister Naidu for facilitation
  • New service boosts trade, industry, education, and employment
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Scindia hails new Gwalior-Delhi-Bengaluru air service

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia hails Akasa Air's new Gwalior-Delhi-Bengaluru flights, boosting connectivity, trade, and employment in the region.

"This transformation will undoubtedly change the destiny of Gwalior - Jyotiraditya M. Scindia"

New Delhi, May 4

Union Communications and Development of Northeastern Region Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia said on Monday that the inauguration of the new Gwalior-Delhi-Bengaluru air service by Akasa Air has given Gwalior a new flight of confidence, growth, and a bright future.

The service, operated by Akasa Air, will run flights between Bengaluru, Delhi, and Gwalior on three additional days a week, according to a statement from Scindia.

Until now, IndiGo flights operated only on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. With the new flights on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, Gwalior will now have air connectivity six days a week.

"Today, the first flight of Akasa Air took off from Gwalior. Now, our city is moving beyond its boundaries to connect directly with the country's major economic and technological hubs-this transformation will undoubtedly change the destiny of Gwalior," Union minister Scindia remarked.

He thanked the Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, for facilitating the air connectivity and congratulated his "fellow Gwalior residents on this new beginning."

In a post on X, Scindia said that the new Akasa Air services, namely Gwalior-Delhi-Bengaluru and Bengaluru-Delhi-Gwalior, will further strengthen the connectivity of the Gwalior-Chambal region, offering passengers faster and more reliable access to major cities.

He said the regular services connecting Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Airport in Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior with Delhi and Bengaluru will also provide fresh momentum to opportunities in trade, industry, education and employment.

"Our resolve to connect the region to national-level air facilities through a modern airport is now taking concrete shape. I am fully confident that this initiative will play a pivotal role in propelling Gwalior's overall development to new heights," he said.

Following Air India and IndiGo, Akasa Air had last month announced a fuel surcharge on its flights, following a rise in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices amid evolving geopolitical developments in the Middle East.

In a post on X, the airline said the surcharge will range from Rs 199 to Rs 1,300 across its domestic and international routes.

The surcharge will apply to all bookings made from 12.01 a.m. on March 15, 2026, while tickets booked before that time will not be affected.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Finally, some good news for Madhya Pradesh! But I'm concerned about the fuel surcharge - Rs 1,300 extra is quite steep for middle-class families like mine. Government should look into controlling ATF prices. Otherwise, these flights will remain empty.
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Michael C
As someone who travels for work between Bengaluru and Gwalior frequently, this is a game-changer! The earlier IndiGo schedule (only Tues, Thurs, Sat) was frustrating. Now with 6 days a week, business travel becomes much more convenient. Hope Akasa Air maintains good service standards. 👍
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Varun X
Scindia ji has been consistent in pushing for Gwalior's development. But let's be honest - we need more than just flights. Better roads, better industrial zones, and reliable power supply are equally important. Connections to Mumbai and Chennai should also be considered. Still, ek kadam sahi disha mein hai! 🇮🇳
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Sunita J
Very happy for my hometown! My son studies in Bengaluru and used to take trains or fly via Delhi. Now he can fly direct. However, Akasa Air should think about students - maybe offer some discount or student fare. Not everyone can afford Rs 1,300 surcharge on top of ticket prices. 🤞
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Deepika L
Good for Gwalior, but what about other tier-2 cities in MP like Jabalpur or Ujjain? They also deserve better connectivity. Also, this fuel surcharge trend is worrying - first Air India, then IndiGo, now Akasa. Soon all airlines will follow. Common man will suffer. Government needs to step in.

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