Dhaka, Jan. 1 -- Shankh Airlines is set to begin operations in January, according to Chairman Shravan Kumar Vishwakarma.

The initial fleet will consist of three Airbus aircraft, with routes connecting Lucknow to Delhi, Mumbai, and other metro cities.

The airline plans to expand its network across Uttar Pradesh in its first phase, with two more aircraft expected to join within 1-1.5 months.

Vishwakarma revealed that international flights are planned for 2028-2029, with a vision to grow the airline's fleet and reach nationwide coverage.

"Our goal is to make air travel affordable for the middle class and first-time flyers, challenging the perception that flying is a luxury," he said.

The airline's aircraft have been acquired on lease wi...