Summary:
Speaking about infrastructure for international operations at Surat airport, he said, "The infrastructure at the airport is ready for international operations. The new year has begun on a more promising note for the residents of Surat as they get their first international air connectivity. The international airport is touted to bring immense growth to the city, which is a hub for diamond merchants, traders, businessmen and industrialists. Starting from mid-February, Surat airport will have a direct flight to Sharjah twice a week. A month ago, the central government had notified the airport as customs airport..