Halwara Airport ready for takeoff; bookings open-Arora
Kanwar Inder Singh/ royalpatiala.in News/ April 1,2026
In a landmark moment for Punjab’s industrial capital, Ludhiana is set to take a major leap in regional connectivity as flight bookings from Halwara Airport are opening shortly, with operations scheduled to commence from May 15, 2026. Two flights by Air India will initially connect Ludhiana to Delhi, marking the realization of a long-cherished dream of over 30 years.
Adding to the significance of the occasion, Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora, along with his wife, has booked the first flight from Delhi to Halwara scheduled for May 15, 2026, symbolizing both a personal and public milestone in this historic journey. As per the sources within the airlines the Delhi-Ludhiana-Delhi Sector’s tickets are selling like hotcakes.
This major development is the outcome of sustained efforts and consistent follow-ups, reflecting Sanjeev Arora’s unwavering commitment to strengthening regional connectivity and accelerating economic growth in Punjab, particularly for Ludhiana and its surrounding districts.
Under the leadership of National Convener Arvind Kejriwal and Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the state government played a pivotal role in reviving and expediting this long-pending project, ensuring that the vision of an operational airport near Ludhiana becomes a reality.
The operationalisation of Halwara Airport is expected to significantly boost trade, industry, tourism, and ease of travel for residents and the business community. It will enhance connectivity for exporters, industrialists, and entrepreneurs, further strengthening Ludhiana’s position as a key economic hub.
Expressing gratitude, Sanjeev Arora acknowledged the support of all stakeholders, government agencies, and industry leaders who contributed to bringing this project to fruition. He emphasized that this achievement represents not just infrastructure development, but a transformational step towards integrating Punjab with national and global economic corridors.
The commencement of flights from Halwara Airport marks the beginning of a new chapter in Punjab’s growth story—one driven by connectivity, opportunity, and progress.
