Biju Patnaik International Airport Bhubaneswar: IndiGo has expressed interest in operating its flights in the second leg of implementing the hub-and-spoke model of air connectivity from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA). In the first leg, Air India will have its lone flight to Delhi.Under the model, while Bhubaneswar is considered spike, Delhi and all other…
Bhubaneswar: Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) is set to undergo significant upgrade to strengthen its preparedness against chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) threats.Authorities have outlined plans to develop specialised infrastructure, hire additional manpower, and provide advanced training to ensure effective response in case of emergencies.Airport director Prasanna Pradhan emphasised the critical role of Central…
Bhubaneswar: Directorate of revenue intelligence (DRI) sleuths on Tuesday seized 11 kg of hydroponic marijuana worth Rs 5 crore and detained two passengers who arrived from Bangkok at the Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) here.DRI officers said the marijuana consignment was seized at the airport after three months. This was the 12th time the DRI…
Fliers join performers during a Sambalpuri folk dance on Bhubaneswar airport premises Bhubaneswar: Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) on Monday came alive to the sound of festive cheers as it celebrated Yatri Suvidha Diwas with a special touch of Raja festival.The airport transformed into a hub of tradition and hospitality, offering passengers a unique experience…
Bhubaneswar: The Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) has come out with its 12-year performance report, highlighting significant growth in air traffic, passenger handling and connectivity. The report, prepared and compiled by BPIA staff, revealed that aircraft movements at BPIA surged from 10,765 in 2014-15 to 38,416 in 2025-26, marking a threefold rise. Passenger traffic also…
