Bengaluru, March 12 Star Air announced on Thursday that it will enhance connectivity to cities such as Kolhapur and Belagavi, further integrating them with its growing network.
"The airline's decision to focus growth here is based on Kolhapur's dynamic business environment, its rich manufacturing heritage, and the growing demand for seamless connectivity. Belagavi's industrial strength and strategic location on the Maharashtra-Karnataka border make it an ideal southern counterpart," Star Air said in a statement.
Together, these two cities are central to Star Air's vision of fostering regional development and enhancing connectivity in underserved regions, it added.
The airline also said that it will increase its weekly schedule from 455 to 550 flights this summer, in response to rising demand across its network.
Star Air has launched a daily direct service between Belagavi and Mumbai, further integrating north Karnataka and central India with the nation's financial capital.
At the same time, connectivity to Kolhapur is being enhanced with new and improved flights to Mumbai, Ahmedabad, and Bengaluru, along with vital links to Kishangarh and Indore, the aviation company said.
"The airline is committed to expanding its reach and making air travel affordable for underserved regions and emerging cities, delivering value, reliability, and comfort to every passenger," the company said.
Shilpa Bhatia, Chief Commercial and Marketing Officer at Star Air, said, "Focusing on Kolhapur and Belagavi is central to our vision of strengthening our presence in India's aviation sector.
