National, 09 January 2023: Akasa Air, India’s youngest airline, today launched a special festive meal for Makar Sankranti featuring Rajwadi Khichdi & Sesame flavoured pan-fried potatoes accompanied with Peanut Chikki and a choice of beverage on-board. This is the latest in the series of the airline’s year-round festive menus that offer flyers a unique culinary experience in the skies.

Early on in its journey, the airline launched specially curated fusion meals inspired by regional delicacies associated with celebrations during popular Indian festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi, Dusshera and Diwali. The airline also launched its Christmas meal in December 2022, featuring Chicken Pie, Plum Cake, with a choice of beverage. 

The wholesome offerings of the Sankranti meal, inspired by traditional cuisines, are Akasa Air’s latest tribute to the culinary heritage of India and aims to celebrate its vibrant, diverse culture. The special meal will be available on-board all its flights upon prior booking till 31 January 2023.

Akasa Air will continue to introduce special festive menus for upcoming festivals throughout the year. The airline also offers pre-selection of cakes on its regular menu for flyers who want to celebrate the birthdays of their loved ones in the skies.

About Cafe Akasa  

Akasa Air’s buy-on-board meal service is available at Café Akasa – offering a wide choice of multi-cuisine, tasty and healthy meals, including industry-first options, to provide customers with a unique and indulgent gourmet experience in the skies. 

The menu offers a wide choice of meals, including unique and varied items such as farm-inspired, plant based nutritious combos – exclusively curated with reputed chefs from across India. Quality fusion meal offerings are inspired by Indian cuisines and celebrations and cater to all taste buds. Moreover, Cafe Akasa has an array of unique year-round festival menus and industry-first meals and beverages like pasta, Vietnamese rice rolls and hot chocolate. 

As an environmentally progressive airline, Akasa Air’s packaging of perishable meals is ethically sourced from sustainably grown crops and served on board with stylish wooden cutlery that is biodegradable.  

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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 72 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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