New Delhi : After a prolonged five-year hiatus, direct air travel between India and China has officially resumed, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations. IndiGo launched its inaugural flight from Kolkata to Guangzhou on October 26, becoming the first Indian carrier to re-establish this route since 2020. China Eastern Airlines is set to follow suit with a Shanghai–Delhi service starting November 9.
The suspension of flights was initially triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic and later prolonged due to geopolitical tensions. The resumption is expected to boost business travel, tourism, and academic exchanges between the two nations. Aviation experts believe this move could pave the way for broader cooperation in trade and infrastructure.
