The Chief Minister said the flight acted as a key lifeline for many in Manipur, especially residents of Jiribam district
KRC TIMES Manipur Bureau
Imphal: Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has written to Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu seeking early resumption of the Imphal–Silchar–Imphal air service under the Regional Connectivity Scheme (UDAN).
In his letter, the Chief Minister pointed out that the route, earlier operated by Alliance Air, has remained suspended since November 2025.
He noted that during its operation, the Imphal–Silchar sector maintained passenger load factors above 80 percent. This showed strong demand and proved the service was useful for the public.
The Chief Minister said the flight acted as a key lifeline for many in Manipur, especially residents of Jiribam district. Many people there depend on Silchar airport to reach Imphal and connect to other parts of the country.
He said the suspension has caused serious hardship. Students, patients, officials and businesspersons earlier relied on this route for quick and affordable travel.
The Chief Minister also mentioned that the present law and order situation in the state makes the air link even more important.
He requested the Union Minister’s personal intervention to restart the service at the earliest, preferably under the UDAN scheme, to improve connectivity and ease travel for people in the region.
