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MMOONNTTHHLLYY EEDDIITTIIOONN NNOOVVEEMMBBEERR 22002266 || IISSSSUUEE 0066 TThhee MMAACCHH MMOONNTTAAGGEE TTrraavveell DDiiaarriieess PPeeooppllee && CCuullttuurree TTrraavveell UUppddaatteess:: CCeelleebbrraattiinngg oouurr ppeeooppllee,, ppaarrttnneerrsshhiippss,, NNeeww ddeessttiinnaattiioonnss,, ffrreesshh ppeerrssppeeccttiivveess,, uunnffoorrggeettttaabbllee eexxppeerriieenncceess.. RReecceenntt ttrraavveell nneewwss aanndd sshhaarreedd aacchhiieevveemmeennttss.. STAY INFORMED. Your monthly roundup of key updates. NEWS UPDATES WEST BENGAL TO DOUBLE AIRPORTS FROM FOUR TO EIGHT WITHIN TWO YEARS, SAYS NAIDU We're thrilled to share that West Bengal is set to double its operational air hubs from four to eight within the next two years, following an announcement by Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu. Under a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the state government, four new greenfield regional airports will be developed at Chharra, Dear Patrons, Kalaikunda, Balurghat, and Hasimara under the UDAN scheme. Backed by significant infrastructure investments, As we come together to celebrate the beautiful spirit of this major aviation expansion will enhance last-mile regional our festivals, I hope each one of you had a wonderful connectivity across Northern and Western Bengal, unlock Durga Puja and Navratri, filled with happiness, laughter, emerging tourism circuits, and accelerate trade and togetherness and precious moments with family and economic mobility across the state. friends. Vijayadashami and Dussehra remind us that goodness always triumphs and every ending brings the promise VFS GLOBAL OPENS GUWAHATI VISA CENTRE, of a new beginning. As we look forward to Diwali, I wish EXPANDING ACCESS TO 14 INTERNATIONAL you and your loved ones a festival filled with light, love, DESTINATIONS peace, prosperity and countless reasons to smile. VFS Global has inaugurated a 3,200 sq. ft. Visa Application At Mach, we believe that travel is not just about Centre in Khanapara, Guwahati, establishing direct reaching a destination; it is about the experiences we processing for 14 major international destinations, including the UK, France, Italy, Switzerland, Japan, and Egypt. The create, the relationships we build and the memories we new facility provides seamless biometric and document carry with us. As you plan your journeys during this collection for residents across all eight Northeastern states, festive season and beyond, our teams across all our eliminating the need to travel to Kolkata or Delhi for service centers are always there to assist you and international visa processing and driving regional outbound make your travel comfortable, seamless and travel. memorable. Thank you for being a part of the Mach family. May the festive season bring renewed energy, fresh AIR INDIA TO FLY DELHI – OSAKA FOUR TIMES opportunities and happiness to each one of you. A WEEK, EXPANDING DIRECT ACCESS TO JAPAN Wishing you and your family a very Happy Vijayadashami, Dussehra and a truly wonderful, bright Air India is set to launch non-stop four-times-weekly service and prosperous Diwali! May the light of Diwali always between Delhi and Osaka (Kansai International) starting guide us towards happiness, harmony and success. February 2, 2027. Utilizing Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft, the route marks Osaka as the carrier's second destination in Japan alongside Tokyo, making Air India the sole carrier Warm Regards, providing direct connectivity on the sector. This strategic Kaushik Ghosh expansion establishes direct access to the Kansai Joint Managing Director commercial and cultural hub, strengthening business Mach Travel Solutions Ltd mobility, regional tourism, and bilateral trade links between India and Japan. MARRIOTT’S CITY EXPRESS BRAND DEBUTS IN INDIA WITH 56-ROOM UDAIPUR HOTEL Did you know that KG has published a research paper titled “Indians at Overseas Sports Mega Events” in the internationally Marriott International has introduced its midscale City recognised journal “Sport in Society” ? Express brand to South Asia with the opening of the 56- room City Express by Marriott Udaipur Nathdwara Highway. The research studies the participation and attendance of Indians Located on NH-58, the midscale property provides efficient at three of the world’s biggest sporting events in the 21st century accommodations tailored for value-conscious business and — the Olympic Games, the FIFA Men’s World Cup and the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup. leisure travelers. Positioned along a key commercial and pilgrimage corridor connecting Udaipur and Nathdwara, the This publication reflects KG’s passion for research, sports and hotel offers modern guestrooms with dedicated travel, and his interest in understanding the fascinating connection between Indians and global sporting events. workspaces, complimentary Wi-Fi, 24/7 fitness facilities, and an on-site restaurant, marking Marriott's entry into It is a proud professional milestone that brings together three India's rapidly growing midscale hospitality segment. worlds close to his heart — research, sports and travel. Air India conducted a focused training session hosted at Mach Travel Solutions Ltd's Head Office in Noida, with employees participating virtually across all Full Service Centers (FSCs) pan-India. The session provided a comprehensive overview of Air India’s expanding domestic and international network following its fleet transformation, alongside detailed insights into onboard products across all cabin classes. Attendees were briefed on the airline's refreshed culinary experience, featuring tailored Indian and international menu options, as well as operational best practices covering booking policies, baggage guidelines, and trade support protocols to streamline service delivery across all branches. EFFECTIVE 26TH OCT, CHINESE VISA TO BE APPLIED AT EMBASSY, CONSULATE AND NOT VACS We're thrilled to share that the Chinese diplomatic missions in India have streamlined the visa submission process by directly accepting and processing visa and consular legalisation applications at the Embassy in New Delhi and the Consulate General in Mumbai, replacing traditional submission through third-party Visa Application Application Centers (VACs). Under the new arrangement effective October 26, 2026, applicants complete an online review before submitting their physical passports and supporting documents directly to the diplomatic missions according to their regional jurisdiction. This major policy shift also eliminates external service center fees for new qualifying online submissions, making travel, business, and cultural exchanges between India and China significantly more direct, efficient, and cost- effective. SWISS BENGALURU SERVICE TO CONTINUE BEYOND WINTER, TO BE PART OF SUMMER SCHEDULE We're thrilled to share that Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) has announced that its direct flight service between Zurich and Bengaluru will continue beyond the winter season and be extended into its summer schedule. Adding to the airline's established operations in Delhi and Mumbai, this non-stop five- times-weekly route firmly embeds Bengaluru into SWISS's long-haul network. By sustaining year-round connectivity to India’s tech hub, this expansion seamlessly bridges Switzerland and southern India, boosting global trade, business trips, and leisure travel across Europe and beyond. SUBA HOTELS OPENS 36-ROOM QUALITY INN SERENITY, ITS SEVENTH PROPERTY IN LUCKNOW Suba Group of Hotels has expanded its presence in Uttar Pradesh with the opening of Quality Inn Serenity, a 36-room midscale property located on Faizabad Road, Lucknow. Operating under a master franchise agreement with Choice Hotels Asia-Pacific, the hotel features modern guestrooms, all-day dining, meeting spaces, and banquet facilities tailored for corporate and leisure travel. The launch marks Suba Group's seventh hotel in Luc [Showing first 8,000 characters — download PDF for full document]