Akasa Air commenced operations to and from Doha, connecting Mumbai, with four non-stop flights a week.
The inaugural flight on Thursday from Mumbai’s Shivaji Maharaj International Airport received a warm welcome at Hamad International Airport.
Dignitaries at the ceremony included Indian ambassador Vipul, Qatar ambassador to India, Mohammed Hassan Jabir al-Jabir, and senior executives from HIA and Akasa Air.
According to Qatar’s National Tourism Strategy 2030, the country aims to attract 6mn visitors every year. The route, launched in response to the growing demand for air travel between India and Qatar, will provide enhanced connectivity and cargo capacity facilitating trade and tourism between the two countries.
Commenting on the occasion, Neelu Khatri, co-founder and senior vice-president (International) Akasa Air said, “The commencement of operations from Doha marks a milestone moment in Akasa’s journey as we enter a phase of rapid global expansion. The launch of direct flights connecting Doha with Mumbai, will provide momentum to the growing demand for air travel between India and Qatar. Enhanced cargo capacity will also support the growth of bilateral trade between the two countries.”
“We are thankful to Hamad International Airport for their support in establishing this connection”, she added.
Praveen Iyer, co-founder and chief commercial officer, Akasa Air, also said, “We are thrilled to bring the Akasa experience to Doha, a city that offers a myriad of cultures and tourist attractions. With a laser sharp focus on service excellence, Akasa Air is on a journey to redefine air travel with its category defining and customer friendly offerings.”
Commenting on the occasion, Sujata Suri, senior vice president (Finance and Procurement) at Hamad International Airport, said, "We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to Akasa Air as they embark on their inaugural international journey to Doha. Their decision highlights the robust partnership between our nations and underscores the prowess of Qatar's aviation sector, with Hamad International Airport serving as a premier hub in the region. With the vast potential of the Indian market, Akasa Air's entry not only fulfills existing demand but also expands passenger choices significantly. The new route between Doha and Mumbai holds immense promise, appealing to both the sizable Indian community residing in Qatar and Indian travelers visiting the nation. We are fully committed to ensuring a seamless launch of operations and providing Akasa Air's passengers with a welcoming and exceptional travel experience."
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Akasa Air commenced operations to and from Doha, connecting Mumbai, with four non-stop flights a week.
