{"id":102676,"date":"2025-05-08T19:14:47","date_gmt":"2025-05-08T13:44:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/?p=102676"},"modified":"2025-05-08T19:14:47","modified_gmt":"2025-05-08T13:44:47","slug":"manohar-international-airport-goa-strengthens-global-connectivity-with-launch-of-air-india-express-direct-flights-to-kuwait-abu-dhabi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/?p=102676","title":{"rendered":"Manohar International Airport, Goa, strengthens Global connectivity with launch of Air India Express Direct Flights to Kuwait & Abu Dhabi"},"content":{"rendered":"

<\/b>Goa Khabar : Goa proudly announces the commencement of scheduled international services to Abu Dhabi and Kuwait, operated by Air India Express. This milestone marks a significant step forward in enhancing the state\u2019s international connectivity, providing greater travel options for tourists, business travelers, and the Goan diaspora, while opening new avenues for tourism, trade, and cultural exchange. The flight schedule for Goa to Kuwait is on Thursdays and Saturdays & for Goa to Abu Dhabi on Mondays and Tuesdays<\/strong><\/p>\n

With these new services, travelers from Kuwait and Abu Dhabi can now easily access Goa\u2019s vast array of offerings \u2014 from pristine beaches, lush monsoon landscapes, and waterfalls to its distinctive culinary experiences, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant festivals. The launch underscores Manohar International Airport\u2019s commitment to expanding Goa\u2019s global reach and positioning the state as a sought-after international destination.<\/span><\/p>\n

Rohan Khaunte, Hon\u2019ble Minister for Tourism, remarked \u201cGoa\u2019s international connectivity is about creating bridges between cultures, economies, and people. The launch of Air India Express\u2019 direct flights from Kuwait and Abu Dhabi complements our efforts to attract quality tourism, strengthen the local economy, and establish Goa as a year-round destination. These flights will serve as a catalyst for economic development, cultural exchange, and deeper bilateral ties between Goa and these key international markets.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Speaking on the occasion, R.V. Sheshan, CEO & Director, GMR Goa International Airport Ltd., said \u201cThe launch of direct flights to Kuwait and Abu Dhabi is a landmark achievement for Manohar International Airport. These connections not only improve convenience for travelers but also reinforce Goa\u2019s standing on the global aviation map. We are dedicated to ensuring seamless, world-class travel experiences that benefit both international visitors and the Goan community.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Kedar Naik, Director of Tourism, Government of Goa, added \u201cThe enhanced connectivity provided by these new international flights aligns perfectly with Goa\u2019s vision of promoting regenerative and sustainable tourism. We welcome travelers from Kuwait and Abu Dhabi to explore the unique charm of Goa \u2014 beyond its beaches \u2014 by immersing themselves in our heritage, hinterlands, festivals, and local communities. This is an important step towards positioning Goa as a globally competitive, culturally rich destination.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

With robust infrastructure, efficient e-Visa facilities, and a commitment to excellence, Manohar International Airport continues to play a pivotal role in driving Goa\u2019s tourism growth, economic prosperity, and international standing.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Goa Khabar : Goa proudly announces the commencement of scheduled international services to Abu Dhabi and Kuwait, operated by Air India Express. This milestone marks a significant step forward in enhancing the state\u2019s international connectivity, providing greater travel options for tourists, business travelers, and the Goan diaspora, while opening new avenues for tourism, trade, and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":25169,"featured_media":102677,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6,155],"tags":[3794],"class_list":["post-102676","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-6","category-155","tag-featured"],"read":true,"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/102676","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/25169"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=102676"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/102676\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":102678,"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/102676\/revisions\/102678"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/102677"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=102676"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=102676"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=102676"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}