{
  "id": 2997970,
  "title": "IndiGo To Connect Bodh Gaya And Bangkok With New Direct Flights From October 26",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/indigo-to-connect-bodh-gaya-and-bangkok-with-new-direct-flights-from",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-24T09:57:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/indigo-to-connect-bodh-gaya-and-bangkok-with-new-direct-flights-from-october-26"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "IndiGo will introduce twice-weekly non-stop flights between Bodh Gaya in Bihar and Bangkok, Thailand, starting October 26, 2026. This direct air link is set to enhance India-Thailand connectivity and promote tourism and economic activity. The service will run on Mondays and Thursdays, catering to pilgrims, tourists, and leisure travelers. Bodh Gaya, famous for the Mahabodhi Temple and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a significant Buddhist pilgrimage destination visited by thousands from Thailand and beyond. The direct flight is anticipated to make pilgrimage travel more convenient, fostering cultural exchange between India and Thailand. Moreover, it could boost Bihar's hospitality, transport, and tourism sectors. Despite global challenges, IndiGo remains committed to expanding its India-Thailand connectivity, currently operating over 140 weekly flights between the two nations. Passengers can now book seats on the new Gaya-Bangkok route via IndiGo’s website, mobile app, or authorized travel partners.",
  "summary": "Delhi: IndiGo will launch twice-weekly non-stop flights between Gaya and Bangkok from October 26, 2026, creating a direct air link between Bihar’s Bodh Gaya and Thailand’s capital. The new route is expected to strengthen India-Thailand connectivity and support tourism and economic activity. The new service will operate every Monday and Thursday, offering a convenient travel option for passengers…",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}