PIA commences direct flights from Lahore to northern areas in a bid to promote tourism
Lahore: In an attempt to promote tourism, the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has commenced direct flights from Lahore to northern parts of the country.

According to local media, the first flight of national flag carrier carrying 153 passengers departed from Lahore to Skardu. The move is part of PIA’s enhanced flight operation.
PIA's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Arshad Malik said that the national airline is performing its national duty to promote tourism.
Earlier on March 26, Swat’s Saidu Sharif airport welcomed first flight after a gap of 17 years as the airport became operational.
A flight of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), PK-640 landed at Swat’s airport at around 11am. A total of 48 passengers were on board, including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister Mahmood Khan, Aviation Minister Ghulam Sarwar and Communications Minister Murad Saeed.
The government is making airports in northern areas operational again in order to promote tourism in these areas. Prior to Swat’s Saidu Sharif Airport, Skardu, Gilgit and Chitral airports were also made operational.

California just showed that a better Democratic Party is possible
- 3 hours ago

Russia becomes first country to recognize current Afghan Taliban govt
- an hour ago

The GOP’s big spending bill could kill renewable energy projects
- 5 hours ago

Shubman Gill’s record-breaking double century against England
- an hour ago

What Diddy’s mixed verdict means — for him and for us
- 3 hours ago

UFC 317 live analysis and results: Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira
- 4 hours ago

Sources: Dubs tender qualifying offer to Kuminga
- 4 hours ago

Trump says he’ll look into deporting Elon as fight over bill escalates
- 5 hours ago

President Trump calls himself ‘best candidate’ for Nobel Peace Prize
- an hour ago

Why is everyone crashing out?
- 3 hours ago

Official holidays for Ashura announced
- an hour ago

Introducing the 'Bag' Hall of Fame: Eight NFL stars who got PAID, over and over and over again
- 4 hours ago