We, the members of the Rayalaseema community residing in Kuwait, UAE & the Middle East countries seek your kind support to request Andhra Pradesh goverment for direct international flights to Tirupati Airport.
This benefits thousands of people from Kadapa and Annamayya districts who currently reside in these regions and face numerous challenges due to the lack of direct connectivity to their homeland.
BENEFITS OF DIRECT FLIGHTS:
- Convenience for Travelers: Reduced travel time and costs, along with better connectivity to their hometowns.
- Economic Growth: Increased export opportunities for farmers, boosting the agricultural and horticultural economy of the region.
- Tourism and Pilgrimage: Enhanced accessibility for international tourists and pilgrims to Tirupati, benefiting the local economy.
CHALLENGES FACED BY THE COMMUNITY:
- Dependence on Chennai Airport:
- High Transportation Costs:
- Language Barriers:
- Impact on Farmers and Trade:
Most residents from Rayalaseema are forced to use Chennai International Airport for their travel, which is about 300 km away from their native places. The travel time from Chennai to their homes ranges between 10 to 15 hours, causing immense hardship, especially for elderly passengers and families with young children.
Chennai Airport management does not permit Andhra Pradesh-registered taxis to pick up passengers from the airport. This restriction compels our people to use Chennai-based taxis, which charge exorbitant round-trip fares, making it financially burdensome for many, particularly the blue-collar workers.
The lack of Telugu-speaking staff and taxi drivers at Chennai Airport adds to the difficulties faced by our community members, leading to communication issues and misunderstandings.
In addition to the travel woes of the expatriates, the absence of direct flights also affects the agricultural sector of Rayalaseema. The Middle East, including Kuwait and the UAE, imports a significant quantity of vegetables, fruits, and other fresh products from India. Direct flights would open up new market opportunities for farmers in Rayalaseema, allowing them to export their produce directly to these markets, thereby increasing their income and reducing wastage due to transportation delays.
OUR REQUEST:
We respectfully request the Government of Andhra Pradesh to take the following measures:
- Initiate Direct Flights:
Propose the introduction of at least three direct flights per week from Tirupati to major destinations like Kuwait and Dubai. This will significantly reduce travel time and expenses for the large Rayalaseema diaspora in these regions.
- Enhance Market Access for Farmers:
The establishment of direct flights will not only benefit travelers but also provide a direct channel for exporting agricultural produce from Rayalaseema to the Middle East. This will greatly benefit farmers, ensuring better prices for their products and boosting the region's economy.
- Support for Blue-Collar Workers:
A large proportion of the Rayalaseema population in Kuwait and the UAE consists of blue-collar workers. Direct flights will reduce their travel costs and time, making it easier for them to visit their families and support their communities.
We earnestly hope that the Government of Andhra Pradesh will consider this representation favorably and take prompt action to establish direct international flights to Tirupati. This step will not only alleviate the hardships faced by thousands of people but also open up new avenues for economic development in the Rayalaseema region.
Thanking for your support.
Updates
October 2, 2024
I am currently coordinating with local officials to present our case for direct international flights. Post this link on your social media pages and email your local representative today to demand this service for our region.
October 2, 2024
Reaching this new level of momentum proves our community is united in demanding direct access to Tirupati. Email your local representatives today to tell them how much travel time and money we lose by flying through Chennai.
Reached 100 supporters
October 2, 2024
135 Comments
Currently, many people from border districts like Chittoor, Annamayya, and Kadapa use the Bengaluru Airport for international travel. Establishing a direct Tirupati–Dubai connection would significantly boost Tirupati’s economy and convenience for travelers from these regions.
Yes we need direct connect with Dubai and Quwait. This will help people from Rayalaseema people to directly travel and export agriculture goods at quite competing rates to international market
I am hailing from Nagari. I stay in Dubai. Direct flight from Dubai to Tirupati will be helpful to visit my old age father frequently
Facing lot of issues due to dependency on Chennai airport.Minimum two flights from Tirupati to Dubai and Kuwait brings lot of convenience to the huge population living in these two countries as well as huge potential for Airlines to make money.
We are devotees of lord Venkateswara Request you to arrange direct flights from Gulf countries to Tirupati so we can come over the weekend and have Darshan Tnx
Please consider our request direct flight from dubai to tirupathi
It's badly needed....
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We, the members of the Rayalaseema community residing in Kuwait, UAE & the Middle East countries seek your kind support to request Andhra Pradesh goverment for direct international flights to Tirupati Airport.
This benefits thousands of people from Kadapa and Annamayya districts who currently reside in these regions and face numerous challenges due to the lack of direct connectivity to their homeland.
BENEFITS OF DIRECT FLIGHTS:
- Convenience for Travelers: Reduced travel time and costs, along with better connectivity to their hometowns.
- Economic Growth: Increased export opportunities for farmers, boosting the agricultural and horticultural economy of the region.
- Tourism and Pilgrimage: Enhanced accessibility for international tourists and pilgrims to Tirupati, benefiting the local economy.
CHALLENGES FACED BY THE COMMUNITY:
- Dependence on Chennai Airport:
- High Transportation Costs:
- Language Barriers:
- Impact on Farmers and Trade:
Most residents from Rayalaseema are forced to use Chennai International Airport for their travel, which is about 300 km away from their native places. The travel time from Chennai to their homes ranges between 10 to 15 hours, causing immense hardship, especially for elderly passengers and families with young children.
Chennai Airport management does not permit Andhra Pradesh-registered taxis to pick up passengers from the airport. This restriction compels our people to use Chennai-based taxis, which charge exorbitant round-trip fares, making it financially burdensome for many, particularly the blue-collar workers.
The lack of Telugu-speaking staff and taxi drivers at Chennai Airport adds to the difficulties faced by our community members, leading to communication issues and misunderstandings.
In addition to the travel woes of the expatriates, the absence of direct flights also affects the agricultural sector of Rayalaseema. The Middle East, including Kuwait and the UAE, imports a significant quantity of vegetables, fruits, and other fresh products from India. Direct flights would open up new market opportunities for farmers in Rayalaseema, allowing them to export their produce directly to these markets, thereby increasing their income and reducing wastage due to transportation delays.
OUR REQUEST:
We respectfully request the Government of Andhra Pradesh to take the following measures:
- Initiate Direct Flights:
Propose the introduction of at least three direct flights per week from Tirupati to major destinations like Kuwait and Dubai. This will significantly reduce travel time and expenses for the large Rayalaseema diaspora in these regions.
- Enhance Market Access for Farmers:
The establishment of direct flights will not only benefit travelers but also provide a direct channel for exporting agricultural produce from Rayalaseema to the Middle East. This will greatly benefit farmers, ensuring better prices for their products and boosting the region's economy.
- Support for Blue-Collar Workers:
A large proportion of the Rayalaseema population in Kuwait and the UAE consists of blue-collar workers. Direct flights will reduce their travel costs and time, making it easier for them to visit their families and support their communities.
We earnestly hope that the Government of Andhra Pradesh will consider this representation favorably and take prompt action to establish direct international flights to Tirupati. This step will not only alleviate the hardships faced by thousands of people but also open up new avenues for economic development in the Rayalaseema region.
Thanking for your support.
Updates
October 2, 2024
I am currently coordinating with local officials to present our case for direct international flights. Post this link on your social media pages and email your local representative today to demand this service for our region.
October 2, 2024
Reaching this new level of momentum proves our community is united in demanding direct access to Tirupati. Email your local representatives today to tell them how much travel time and money we lose by flying through Chennai.
Reached 100 supporters
October 2, 2024
135 Comments
Im Ramya, Working as a software Engineer in Dubai with my Family (4 members). We are frequent fliers to India to take of parents and to avoid home sick for the next generation kidz.. Requesting to arrange International flights to Tirupati Airport atleast 2 days in a week.
Currently, many people from border districts like Chittoor, Annamayya, and Kadapa use the Bengaluru Airport for international travel. Establishing a direct Tirupati–Dubai connection would significantly boost Tirupati’s economy and convenience for travelers from these regions.
Yes we need direct connect with Dubai and Quwait. This will help people from Rayalaseema people to directly travel and export agriculture goods at quite competing rates to international market
I am hailing from Nagari. I stay in Dubai. Direct flight from Dubai to Tirupati will be helpful to visit my old age father frequently
Facing lot of issues due to dependency on Chennai airport.Minimum two flights from Tirupati to Dubai and Kuwait brings lot of convenience to the huge population living in these two countries as well as huge potential for Airlines to make money.
We are devotees of lord Venkateswara Request you to arrange direct flights from Gulf countries to Tirupati so we can come over the weekend and have Darshan Tnx
Please consider our request direct flight from dubai to tirupathi
It's badly needed....
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Im Ramya, Working as a software Engineer in Dubai with my Family (4 members). We are frequent fliers to India to take of parents and to avoid home sick for the next generation kidz.. Requesting to arrange International flights to Tirupati Airport atleast 2 days in a week.