To press for the upgrade of the Kheria airport to an international airport, an organisation here sat on a 'satyagraha'. The Civil Aviation Society of Agra also said air connectivity with major Indian cities should be increased for the convenience of tourists.

The protest was attended by a large number of social activists and representatives of various business, professionals and voluntary organisations. Coordinator of the programme Anil Sharma said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had promised an international airport for the city after coming to power.