PRAYAGRAJ, March 29 -- The Sangam city is set to strengthen its aviation network, with plans underway to connect Prayagraj Airport to the upcoming Noida International Airport at Jewar.

The proposal has already received approval from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), and IndiGo has expressed interest in operating the route, according to Rajesh Chawla, director of Prayagraj Airport.

However, the proposed link has not been included in the summer schedule that came into effect on March 27, indicating that passengers may have to wait a little longer for direct flights between the two destinations.

The development is expected to benefit Prayagraj and the wider eastern Uttar Pradesh region. Once operational, connectivity to Je...