Assam is known for many things, including its culture, heritage and scenic beauty.
Assam, one of the 8 Northeast sisters, has faced problems when it comes to connectivity; especially aviation. Now, Pawan Hans has come to the rescue.
PHOTO: unsplashPawan Hans will launch its helicopter services on 6 routes in Assam on February 8. This service is being launched under the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik) scheme.
The first phase will connect Dibrugarh-Jorhat-Tezpur-Guwahati-Tezpur-Jorhat-Dibrugarh. The next phases will connect Arunchal Pradesh.
The chopper services will have different timing for different routes and will fly on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
Even though ticket prices have not been announced yet, Pawan Hans tickets generally range from Rs 3,000-5,000 per person.
PHOTO: pawan hansThe helicopter services aim to boost tourism in the state.
PHOTO: GETTY IMAGESPawan Hans is a premier National Helicopter carrier in India, under the Indian government. It is known for its helicopter operations, carrier services, Helitourism.
Assam, often underrated, is one of the most beautiful states in India. Tourism contributes 5.5% to Assam's GDP and provides 10.5% of the total employment in the state.
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