The Kalyana Karnataka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KKCCI), Kalaburagi, has welcomed the State government’s decision to extend Viability Gap Funding (VGF) of ₹28.47 crore for the proposed Kalaburagi-Bengaluru air service through Star Air, while seeking early commencement of operations and inclusion of the region under the next phase of the regional connectivity scheme.
KKCCI president Sharanabasappa Pappa, in a release here on Monday, stated that the move is a “positive and timely intervention” aimed at restoring air connectivity to Kalaburagi, where flight services have remained suspended since October 15, 2025, affecting passengers, industry stakeholders and the business community.
KKCCI said that it has been consistently pursuing the issue with the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation and has submitted representations seeking restoration of services and greater airline participation in regional connectivity initiatives.
Noting that operations on the Kalaburagi-Bengaluru route are yet to begin despite the announcement of VGF support, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry urged Star Air to commence services at the earliest and ensure convenient schedules for passengers.
It also called for affordable fares, suggesting that ticket prices be kept within an upper limit of ₹5,000, given that the operations are supported through State funding and are intended to serve public interest.
Referring to the upcoming Modified UDAN (UDAN 2.0) scheme, announced on March 25, 2026, Mr. Pappa said that the KKCCI has written to the Civil Aviation Ministry and airlines seeking participation in the forthcoming bidding process.
04/05/2026 The Hindu
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