Shankh Airlines to Launch from Amausi Airport, Targets Middle Class with Affordable Fares

• Shankh Airlines to launch from Lucknow's Amausi Airport by January 15 with an initial fleet of three Airbus aircraft.
• Initial routes will connect Lucknow to Delhi, Mumbai, and other major metros; plans for pan-India and international expansion by 2028-29.
• The airline aims to make air travel accessible for middle-class passengers and first-time flyers, viewing it as regular transport.
• Chairman Shravan Kumar Vishwakarma, from a middle-class background, started the airline after diverse business ventures.
• Promises no festive season fare hikes; funded by its parent company and external sources, ensuring no financing issues.

Why It Matters: Shankh Airlines launches from Lucknow, aiming to democratize air travel for the middle class.