Tue Dec 02 05:29:10 UTC 2025: Summary:

Kesineni Sivanath, Member of Parliament from Vijayawada, has requested Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu to increase flight connectivity from Vijayawada to various destinations. This includes Goa, Surat, Ahmedabad, Pune, Varanasi, Kerala, Delhi, Mumbai and Dubai. He cited increased travel demands due to workers travelling from Vijayawada to Kerala, a rise in pilgrimage to Varanasi, and a large Andhra Pradesh diaspora in Dubai as reasons for the increased flight frequency. He also thanked the Minister for allowing Ayyappa devotees to carry ‘Irumudis’ on flights, which has boosted flight bookings.

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Vijayawada MP Calls for Increased Flight Connectivity from Vijayawada

Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh – December 2, 2025 – Kesineni Sivanath, Member of Parliament for Vijayawada, has formally requested Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu to significantly expand flight connectivity from Vijayawada Airport. In a letter submitted to the Minister on Monday, Mr. Sivanath outlined the need for increased services to popular destinations including Goa, Surat, Ahmedabad, Pune, Varanasi, and various locations within Kerala.

The MP specifically requested the introduction of a direct Vijayawada-Dubai flight, citing a large population of Andhra Pradesh residents in the region. He also emphasized the importance of bolstering flights to Delhi and Mumbai to facilitate connections with international departures.

Mr. Sivanath further justified his request by pointing to a surge in pilgrimage traffic to Varanasi, the need for enhanced connectivity to Kochi for medical professionals, and the positive impact of allowing Ayyappa devotees to carry ‘Irumudis’ on flights, which has already led to increased bookings on routes to Kerala. The request is aimed at better serving the needs of the local populace and boosting tourism and business opportunities in the region.

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