Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport begins operations, plans commercial flights from August 17
On August 1, the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram began operations with plans to start commercial flights from August 17. With two existing international routes to Abu Dhabi and Singapore, it aims to offer direct flights to the U.S., Europe, and Australia. The airport, developed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model involving GMR, is expected to boost economic growth in north Andhra Pradesh by attracting investments from companies like ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel and Google. Minister Kondapalli Srinivas targets an annual footfall of 50 lakh passengers and aims to curb migration through local job creation.
16 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
The Visakhapatnam airport ceased commercial operations on August 16, 2026, with the last flight departing at 10:45 p.m., paving the way for the Bhogapuram airport to assume its role.
17 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
The Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram began commercial operations on August 17, 2026, taking over flights from INS Dega.
19 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation launched an 'Aero Express' electric bus service from Visakhapatnam to Bhogapuram airport, offering lower fares than private cabs.
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