The Seemanchal region of Bihar is getting a big gift. On September 15, PM Modi will inaugurate Purnia Airport and the first flight will leave for Ahmedabad. This will improve air connectivity in the border areas of Bihar, Nepal and West Bengal.
Purnia Airport is ready to fly with complete preparation with a big gift for the Seemanchal region of Bihar. On September 15, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate this newly constructed airport, and the first flight from here will leave for Ahmedabad. This historical moment has brought new expectations not only for Purnia but also for the people of the surrounding districts.
New flight to Seemanchal region flight
The establishment of Purnia Airport will fulfill the lack of air connectivity in the Seemanchal region, which has been a challenge for passengers and traders over the years. Now people of many districts including Katihar, Kishanganj, Araria will not have to travel to Bagdogra or Patna. This airport will become an important hub not only for Bihar but also for the border areas of Nepal and West Bengal.
First flight to Ahmedabad
The first flight operated by Star Air will fly from Ahmedabad to Purnia at 12:15 pm on 15 September and will land at Purnia Airport at 2:45 pm. After this, it will leave for Ahmedabad at 3:15 pm on the same day. In the initial phase, this service will run on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, three days a week. The flying fare will start from Rs 5800, which will be convenient for initial passengers.
Growing priorities towards Kolkata and Delhi
While the flight facility to Kolkata is also going to start soon, the biggest curiosity of the people is waiting for the announcement of direct flight to Delhi. According to the Airport Authority of India, IndiGo and other airlines have shown interest in starting flights to Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad including Delhi. Delhi connectivity is also considered very important from the political and commercial point of view, especially in view of the upcoming assembly elections.
Purnia’s commercial and economic importance
Purnia is not just an airport, but also a major commercial center in North-Eastern Bihar. The Gulabbagh Bazar Committee here is the largest Galla Mandi in the north region, especially the hub of the international trade of Mecca and Makhana. Due to the offices and warehouses of many multinational companies located here, traders and employees continue to visit the city.
Purnia’s condition is also getting stronger in the medical sector. The line market has developed as a large center of superspellity hospitals and medicine. Representatives of many national and international pharmaceutical companies keep coming here.
Changes in education and lifestyle
Many famous missionary schools and renowned educational institutions from India and abroad are run in Purnia. There is a good demand for studies from studies to books and equipment. This area is also becoming the center of education for competitive examinations like Civil Services, Medical and Engineering. In such a situation, the increase in air connectivity will give great convenience to the students and their parents.
Development of road and other connectivity
Along with the construction of the airport, the road and connectivity here have also improved a rapid improvement. Road widening and renovation work from forest to Chunpur is going on fast, due to which the passengers will not have any problem in moving to the airport.
Upcoming plans
After the inauguration of 15 September, reaching Purnia Airport and traveling air will be much easier and cheaper for the local people. Flights in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad are also likely to begin in the coming days, which will play an important role in connecting the Seemanchal region with national connectivity.