India, Oct. 29 -- The Pune International Airport at Lohegaon reported a remarkable surge in air cargo movement during the current financial year 2025-26, reflecting the city's growing importance as a logistics hub and the robust trade momentum. According to data shared by authorities, Pune airport handled 4,792.5 metric tonnes (MT) of cargo in September 2025, registering an impressive 33% growth compared to 3,612.2 MT reported during the same month last year.

The upward trend has continued into October as well. As of October 26, 2025, the airport has already handled 4,040 MT of cargo, almost matching the 4,309.7 MT handled in October 2024. The figure represents a 12% increase in throughput, with final count expected to rise by the end of...