Bengaluru has emerged as the leading hub for pet air travel on Akasa Air, accounting for over 30% of the airline's total pet travel volume.
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Through the Reader lens: Bengaluru has become the largest hub for Akasa Air's 'Pets on Akasa' service, recording over 3,700 pet travels since the program's inception. In fiscal year 2026, the city saw 1,310 pet travel incidents, reflecting a 53% growth compared to fiscal year 2024. Pet owners from Bengaluru now fly to 16 destinations, with popular routes including Delhi, Kolkata, and Guwahati.
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