National, 5 October 2023: Café Akasa, the onboard meal service of Akasa Air, has introduced a Dussehra special meal to celebrate the spirit of the Indian festival. Travellers from across the country can now enjoy traditional delicacies that are considered an intrinsic part of festive celebrations while flying with Akasa Air. This exclusive meal is an amalgam of customary delicacies, including flavourful Matar Masala Poori and Kala Chana Ghugni accompanied with Raj Bhog and a choice of beverage. The specialty will be available throughout the month of October 2023, across the Akasa Air network and can be conveniently pre-booked on Akasa Air’s website or mobile app.

Beyond offering a unique culinary experience, this festive delight is a thoughtful way to elevate the in-flight experience and create lasting memories for passengers during this special time of year.

Since the launch of operations in August 2022, Akasa Air has introduced specially curated meal options that are inspired by regional specialties associated with celebrations during popular festivals and special occasions like Diwali, Christmas, Makar Sankranti, Valentine’s Day, Holi, Eid al-Fitr, Mother’s Day, International Yoga Day, Monsoon season, Onam, Ganesh Chaturthi, among others. The airline also offers a pre-selection of cakes on its regular menu for flyers who want to celebrate the birthdays, anniversaries, or any special occasions with their loved ones in the skies.

As a part of Café Akasa’s refreshed menu, which was revealed in June 2023, customers can expect an expansive choice of over 50 meal options including healthy, fusion, festive and gourmet meals that cater to a wide array of diets and palettes.

About Café Akasa

Discover fusion, hearty and wholesome, never seen before dishes in the skies with Café Akasa, Akasa Air’s buy-on-board meal service. Café Akasa represents India on a plate, with a selection of gourmet meals, including wellness-focused options, snacks and beverages created for every taste and culinary preference. The menu also includes a wide assortment of ready-to-eat options comprising of light meals and regional favourites. The airline offers a pre-selection of cakes on its regular menu for those who want to celebrate special occasions while flying.

About Akasa Air

Akasa Air is India’s newest and most dependable airline, offering warm and efficient customer service, reliable operations, and affordable fares – all in the Akasa Way. Akasa’s youthful personality, employee-centric philosophy, tech-led approach, and culture of service will make this commitment a reality for all Indians. The carrier launched its first commercial flight on 07 August 2022 to support the growing demand across India.

With a commitment to being socially responsible, Akasa Air has placed a firm order of 76 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes, powered by CFM fuel-efficient, LEAP-1B engines. The 737 MAX family aircraft deliver superior efficiency in reducing fuel use and carbon emissions, fulfilling the airline’s promise of being an environmentally friendly company with the youngest and greenest fleet in the Indian skies.

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