Government Steps In: Airfare Caps Introduced Amid IndiGo Flight Cancellations

Airfare Regulation Amid Flight Disruptions

New Delhi: On Saturday, the government announced the implementation of airfare caps in response to the surge in ticket prices caused by disruptions in IndiGo flights.

IndiGo, the largest airline in India, has faced significant operational challenges, resulting in the cancellation of hundreds of flights over the past five days, mainly due to crew-related issues.

As a result of the reduced flight availability, ticket prices on various routes have seen a notable increase.

In light of these developments, the civil aviation ministry has exercised its regulatory authority to ensure that airfares remain fair and reasonable across all impacted routes.

These fare limits will remain effective until the situation returns to normal, as stated by the ministry.

An official notice has been dispatched to all airlines, mandating compliance with the newly established fare caps.

Details regarding the specific airfare limits have not yet been disclosed.