Ministry of Civil Aviation

  • Ministry of Civil Aviation Officials Monitor IndiGo Flight Cancellation Crisis at Major Indian Airports

    Ministry of Civil Aviation Officials Monitor IndiGo Flight Cancellation Crisis at Major Indian Airports

    Dec 10, 2025 05:40 am CST

    Civil Aviation Ministry officials are conducting inspections at major airports across India to address the ongoing IndiGo flight cancellation crisis. Officials visited Mumbai and Kolkata airports to review passenger assistance measures, baggage handling issues, and ensure timely information updates as the airline works to resolve operational challenges that have affected thousands of travelers.

  • IndiGo

    IndiGo's Recovery: Airline Increases Operations to 1,650 Flights with Full Cancellation Waivers Through December 15

    Dec 07, 2025 10:05 pm CST

    IndiGo is rapidly recovering from its operational crisis, now operating over 1,650 flights with 75% on-time performance. The airline is offering full waivers on cancellations and rescheduling for bookings until December 15, while the Ministry of Civil Aviation has implemented measures including airfare caps and strict refund protocols to protect passengers affected by the disruption.

  • Air India Implements Economy Fare Cap on Domestic Flights Amid Industry Disruptions

    Air India Implements Economy Fare Cap on Domestic Flights Amid Industry Disruptions

    Dec 06, 2025 09:39 pm CST

    Air India has proactively capped economy class fares on all non-stop domestic flights since December 4, aiming to protect travelers from price surges during a period of significant disruption in India's aviation sector. This initiative comes as IndiGo faces operational challenges with over 100 flight cancellations, while the Ministry of Civil Aviation mandates expedited passenger refunds and waiver of rescheduling fees.

  • Nationwide IndiGo Flight Cancellations Cause Major Disruptions Despite DGCA Intervention

    Nationwide IndiGo Flight Cancellations Cause Major Disruptions Despite DGCA Intervention

    Dec 06, 2025 12:57 pm CST

    IndiGo's nationwide flight cancellations have created chaos across Indian airports, with passengers stranded and tearful at Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport despite DGCA suspending Flight Duty Time Limitation orders. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has directed immediate action to stabilize services, promising full refunds, hotel accommodations for stranded travelers, and special assistance for senior citizens as they work to resolve the operational crisis.