Chennai needs expanded airport, has limited direct flights to Europe: NITI Aayog

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NITI Aayog report highlights that Chennai requires an expanded airport to accommodate the city's growing population and business needs. Currently, Chennai has limited direct flights to Europe and trails behind Bengaluru in international connectivity.

Passengers and industry representatives stress need for a modern second airport to attract airlines; Chennai trails behind Bengaluru in international flight connectivity; bigger airport will serve city’s rising population, business needs, says report