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India Eyes Xinjiang Hotan Route to Bypass Pakistan, Iran Airspace Closures
✍️ theweek.in
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 07:47 AM
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India is exploring a new flight path over Xinjiang's Hotan to mitigate disruptions caused by Pakistan and Iran closing their airspace, reflecting improving ties with China.
India is evaluating an alternative air corridor that would pass over Xinjiang's Hotan region in China.
The proposal aims to reduce the impact of recent closures of Pakistani and Iranian airspace on Indian aviation.
Improved diplomatic relations between India and China have made the route a viable option.
If approved, the corridor would provide a direct link for flights that previously had to detour, potentially saving time and fuel.
The move underscores the growing strategic cooperation between the two countries.
The proposal aims to reduce the impact of recent closures of Pakistani and Iranian airspace on Indian aviation.
Improved diplomatic relations between India and China have made the route a viable option.
If approved, the corridor would provide a direct link for flights that previously had to detour, potentially saving time and fuel.
The move underscores the growing strategic cooperation between the two countries.