Srinagar airport to be shut for fortnight from October 1 for maintenance; locals fear blow to business
Srinagar International Airport will undergo a 15-day total closure in October for runway maintenance, following a period of reduced operational hours. Local businesses and tourism operators fear significant financial losses during the peak Durga Puja holiday season.
Why it matters
The closure threatens the regional economy of Jammu and Kashmir, which relies heavily on tourism during the autumn months.
The Srinagar International Airport will suspend all flight operations for 15 days starting October 1 to undergo crucial runway maintenance and repair work, officials said on Tuesday (June 2, 2026).
The article objectively reports on the maintenance schedule and the economic concerns of local stakeholders.
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