Pakyong, March 31 -- After a hiatus of nearly six months, SpiceJet recommenced its operations at Pakyong Airport in Sikkim on Sunday. The airline conducted a round trip flight from New Delhi, marking the revival of air travel connectivity to the Himalayan state.

Touching down at the state's sole airport, the flight from Delhi carried 54 passengers, while returning back it accommodated 63 travelers, as confirmed by airport source.

The interruption in flight services, which commenced in October 2023, was attributed to operational reasons. However, with the recent resumption, Pakyong Airport Director and staff extended a warm welcome to arriving passengers, presenting them with traditional garlands known as 'Khadas', along with tea, snacks...