India–China Direct Flights to Resume After Five Years
India has announced the resumption of direct passenger flights to China after a gap of five years, beginning from 26 October 2025, marking an important step in recalibrating bilateral engagement. The suspension of direct air connectivity since 2020 was not merely a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic but also reflected a broader deterioration in India–China relations following the Galwan Valley clash and prolonged military standoffs along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). The decision to restore flights therefore carries both economic and diplomatic significance.
Under the revised Air Services Agreement, Indian carriers are set to resume operations on key routes. IndiGo
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