Abu Dhabi and Dubai to get first direct flights from India's north-east (opens original article in a new tab)

Abu Dhabi and Dubai will receive their first direct flights from India's north-eastern state of Assam, starting 4 August, operated by Air India, ending the need for transit through Delhi and Kolkata. The new routes are part of efforts to position Guwahati as a major travel hub, following EU's removal of travel advisories for Assam.

• Abu Dhabi and Dubai will get first direct flights from Guwahati, Assam on 4 August
• Air India will operate the new UAE routes with unspecified frequencies and prices
• EU lifted travel advisories for most of Assam, improving international appeal
• Guwahati becomes fourth country connected to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport
• Direct flights to Vietnam expected soon