Air Taxi Service to Connect Baripada and Bhubaneswar from March: Shimlipal Tourism Get Benefit
Odisha Expands Regional Air Network: Air Taxi Service to Connect Baripada and Bhubaneswar: Residents of Baripada and the entire Mayurbhanj district are set to witness a new chapter in connectivity as an air taxi service between Baripada and Bhubaneswar will begin from the first week of March. The initiative aims to improve tourism, trade, and emergency services in the region.
A successful trial run was conducted on Tuesday by Pawan Hans, marking a significant step toward operational readiness. The proposal has been discussed and supported by the state’s commerce, transport, and tourism department.
The helicopter service will operate between the Baripada Police Line Helipad and Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar. Initially, the service is expected to run four to five flights per month, depending on demand and operational feasibility.
Officials believe the new air link will significantly boost tourism in Mayurbhanj, especially to the scenic Shimlipal region. Special arrangements are being planned to transport tourists from Bhubaneswar directly to Baripada, with accommodation facilities organized at Shimlipal Padadesh Lulung, a popular gateway to the famed Simlipal National Park.
The introduction of this air taxi service is expected to reduce travel time drastically and provide better access for business travelers and emergency medical situations. Local stakeholders see it as a milestone that will strengthen Mayurbhanj’s position on Odisha’s tourism and development map.
If the initial phase proves successful, authorities may consider increasing the frequency of flights in the future.
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