SpiceJet has recently launched new UDAN flights connecting Shivamogga to Chennai and Hyderabad, its first new destination following a successful Rs 3,000 crore QIP. The airline also announced double-daily flights between Chennai and Kochi. These extensions aim to increase regional connections and fulfil increasing travel demand.
The new planes will operate daily, except on Tuesdays, offering easy travel choices for passengers between Shivamogga and major metro cities, which will boost tourism, trade and regional development.
Debojo Maharshi, Chief Business Officer, SpiceJet, commented, “We are excited to add Shivamogga to our network and connect it with Chennai and Hyderabad, two major economic hubs. This expansion reinforces our commitment to improving regional connectivity underthe UDAN scheme and offering affordable, seamless travel options to more passengers across India. Additionally, the double daily flights between Chennai and Kochi demonstrate our commitment to meeting the strong demand on this route. We are proud to be bringing more cities closer together, fostering greater economic opportunities.”
