AAI withdraws Srinagar airport closure for repairs, Omar Abdullah thanks govt | TheBriefWire
AAI withdraws Srinagar airport closure for repairs, Omar Abdullah thanks govt
Published 4 July 2026 ยท india
Srinagar airport's planned Monday-Tuesday closures and a full shutdown from October 1-16 have been withdrawn by AAI. The Indian Air Force had proposed these closures
Srinagar airport's planned Monday-Tuesday closures and a full shutdown from October 1-16 have been withdrawn by AAI. The Indian Air Force had proposed these closures for runway repairs. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed gratitude for the government's prompt response, highlighting the importance of uninterrupted air connectivity for tourism and the region's economy, especially during peak holiday seasons.
Published: July 5, 2026 โข 12:26 AM IST ยท Updated: July 5, 2026 โข 1:02 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Srinagar airport's planned Monday-Tuesday closures and a full shutdown from October 1-16 have been withdrawn by AAI.
The Indian Air Force had proposed these closures for runway repairs.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed gratitude for the government's prompt response, highlighting the importance of uninterrupted air connectivity for tourism and the region's economy, especially during peak holiday seasons.