SynopsisAir India is launching direct flights from Guwahati to Dubai and Abu Dhabi starting August 4th, significantly expanding international connectivity for Assam. This move connects Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to four nations, including the UAE, Thailand, Singapore, and Bhutan. The Chief Minister aims to further establish Guwahati as a crucial travel hub for Southeast Asia, with plans for future routes to Vietnam.AgenciesAir India will commence direct flights from Guwahati to Dubai and Abu Dhabi from August 4, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Monday.Announcing the development in a post on X, Sarma said the new services would connect Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to four countries -- the UAE, Thailand, Singapore and Bhutan."Opening new avenues to connect Assam to the global community! Just days after EU member states lifted their travel advisory for Assam, I am happy to share that from August 4, Air India will commence direct flights from Guwahati to Dubai and Abu Dhabi," he said.With the launch of the non-stop services, Guwahati airport will now have direct international connectivity to four countries, the chief minister said."My next goal is to commence direct services to Vietnam, and I will keep you posted on that," Sarma added.He said the new flights would provide a major boost to the state's efforts to position Guwahati as a key travel and transit hub for Southeast Asia.On Saturday, Sarma had said in a Facebook Live session that European Union (EU) member states, following Australia and Japan, had revised their travel advisories and removed restrictive guidance for their citizens visiting Assam. (Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates)...moreElevate your knowledge and leadership skills at a cost cheaper than your daily tea.Subscribe Now