The new-born regional airline, FlyBig airline on Monday flew from Delhi – Umroi – Delhi. The flight was flagged off by Transport Minister Snaiwbhalang Dhar, who boarded the flight from Delhi and arrived in Shillong with other passengers.  Umroi Airport Director Manish Agarwal told Hub News that it is big day for Meghalaya as the first flight took off from Delhi to Shillong and from Shillong to Delhi. He said that the flight will boost tourism in the State.

History is made today!
The 1st direct flight from Shillong to Delhi was inaugurated by Hon’ble Transport Minister, Sh. S. Dhar, Hon’ble MLA Sh. G. B. Lyngdoh & officials.

Gratitude to Hon’ble PM @narendramodi Ji & Hon’ble Minister of @MoCA_GoI, Sh. @HardeepSPuri Ji pic.twitter.com/1E09of1deh

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