Air connectivity from Mysuru got a fresh thrust with the city set to be connected to Hyderabad, Kochi and Goa with effect from July 19, in a move that could spur both tourism and investment. Alliance Air, a subsidiary of Air India, has announced the launch of its flights from Mysuru to Hyderabad, Kochi and Goa under the Regional Connectivity Scheme UDAN. These services will bolster regional connectivity under “Connecting India” mission of Government of India and the flight connectivity gives Commuters have the option of travelling from Hyderabad to Mysuru and returning the same day with onward options of Kochi, Bengaluru and Goa from Mysuru. To two cities At present, Mysuru is connected to Chennai and Bengaluru. Mysuru Airport Director Manjunath told media persons here on Wednesday that talks are under way for flights from Mysuru to Belagavi and Shirdi as well and may become a reality in due course. He said there was also a possibility of flight connection from Mysuru to Kannur in Kerala. Mr. Manjunath said the services would offer seamless connectivity and help garner the immense tourism potential Mysuru has to offer. In addition, tourist spots such as Coorg, Ooty and Bandipur National Park are in close proximity to Mysuru and this flight will reduce the total travel time to these destinations as well.