Since flight operations started from Veer Surendra Sai (VSS) Airport at Jharsuguda in April 2019, on an average two lakh pas - sengers flew from this small airport situated at the indus - trial hub of Odisha per year. And the passengers includ - ed both frequent fliers and first-timers. Getting on the country’s aviation map, the airport has not only facili - tated trade and commerce, but also gave a boost to healthcare and education in the western part of the state.
