Civil Aviation Ministry
Delhi High Court Questions Government Over IndiGo Crisis and Skyrocketing Airfares
Dec 10, 2025 06:30 pm CST
The Delhi High Court has confronted the Indian government over its handling of the IndiGo crisis that resulted in hundreds of canceled flights and airfares surging to Rs 39,000. The court questioned why authorities allowed other airlines to dramatically increase prices during the disruption and criticized the lack of preventative measures, highlighting concerns about passenger rights, airline accountability, and economic impact.
PM Modi: Rules Should Improve Systems Not Harass Citizens - IndiGo Crisis Highlights Regulatory Impact
Dec 09, 2025 02:32 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the IndiGo flight crisis, emphasizing that government regulations should improve systems rather than burden citizens. The budget airline's massive disruption caused by new flight crew fatigue rules has affected thousands of passengers, prompting government intervention and highlighting the balance between safety regulations and operational efficiency in India's aviation sector.
Civil Aviation Ministry Deploys Senior Officers at 10 Major Indian Airports Amid IndiGo Operational Crisis
Dec 09, 2025 02:12 pm CST
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has initiated comprehensive inspections at ten major Indian airports in response to widespread disruptions caused by IndiGo's operational crisis. Senior officials have been deployed to evaluate the situation, assess passenger difficulties, and ensure immediate rectification of service issues while the DGCA continues monitoring operations nationwide.
IndiGo Crisis: Rs 827 Crore in Refunds Processed as Airline Battles Massive Flight Disruptions
Dec 08, 2025 09:39 pm CST
IndiGo airline is processing refunds worth Rs 827 crore for over 950,000 cancelled tickets as it recovers from a major operational crisis caused by new flight safety regulations. The budget carrier, which controls 60% of India's aviation market, has offered full waivers on changes and cancellations for flights between December 3-15 while facing government scrutiny and potential regulatory action.
IndiGo Pilot Apologizes to Passengers During Massive Flight Delays: "I Want to Go Home Too"
Dec 08, 2025 06:26 pm CST
An IndiGo pilot, Captain Pradeep Krishnan, has gone viral after apologizing to passengers for ongoing flight delays, stating he understands their frustration as he also wants to "go home." The airline is showing signs of recovery with operations increasing to over 1,650 flights and on-time performance improving to 75%. The Ministry of Civil Aviation is monitoring the situation while IndiGo processes refunds totaling Rs 610 crore for affected passengers.
Aviation Ministry Orders IndiGo to Deliver Delayed Passenger Baggage Within 48 Hours and Complete All Refunds by December 7
Dec 06, 2025 09:42 pm CST
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has issued strict directives to IndiGo airline, mandating delivery of all separated passenger baggage within 48 hours and completion of pending refunds by December 7, 2025. Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu announced these measures amid widespread flight disruptions, with additional requirements for dedicated passenger support cells and prohibition of rescheduling charges for affected travelers. The Ministry has strengthened oversight to ensure proper assistance for priority passengers while working to restore normal operations.
Civil Aviation Ministry Caps Airfares Amid IndiGo Flight Crisis: Passenger Protection Measures Implemented
Dec 06, 2025 04:58 pm CST
The Civil Aviation Ministry has implemented airfare caps following widespread IndiGo flight cancellations, protecting passengers from price surges. The directive mandates refund completion by December 7, while IndiGo's operational recovery is expected by mid-December. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu confirms that major airport congestion is being resolved as the airline begins resuming limited operations.
IndiGo Flight Cancellations: How Passengers' Lives Were Disrupted at Chennai Airport
Dec 05, 2025 11:42 pm CST
For three consecutive days, IndiGo's massive flight cancellations at Chennai airport left passengers stranded, disrupting crucial commitments including job appointments, national competitions, and family vacations. The crisis worsened when CISF blocked passenger entry, forcing travelers to seek expensive alternatives while facing poor communication from the airline.
Software Glitch at Delhi Airport's Air Traffic Control System Caused Widespread Flight Disruptions
Dec 04, 2025 06:24 pm CST
The Civil Aviation Ministry has confirmed that a software malfunction in Delhi Airport's Air Traffic Control system in November caused approximately 800 flight delays over two days. The Airports Authority of India is now replacing the existing message switching system and conducting comprehensive equipment audits to prevent similar disruptions in the future.
Air India Crash Investigation: All Potential Causes Under Scrutiny as Compensation Process Continues
Dec 02, 2025 12:49 am CST
The civil aviation ministry has confirmed that all possible causes of the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad that killed 260 people are being thoroughly investigated. The AAIB's preliminary report contains factual information based on available evidence, while Air India has begun distributing compensation to victims' families and injured survivors, with Tata Trusts providing additional ex gratia payments of Rs 1 crore each to affected families.
