IndiGo Fine Not Enough: 61% Travelers Dissatisfied with Rs 22-Crore Penalty
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News18•19-01-2026, 19:08
IndiGo Fine Not Enough: 61% Travelers Dissatisfied with Rs 22-Crore Penalty
- •A LocalCircles survey reveals 61% of airline travelers believe the Rs 22.2 crore penalty on IndiGo for December disruptions is insufficient.
- •The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) imposed the fine and warned CEO Pieter Elbers and other executives for non-compliance with FDTL norms.
- •IndiGo was also directed to furnish a Rs 50-crore bank guarantee for systemic corrections.
- •Between December 3-5, 2,507 flights were canceled and 1,852 delayed, affecting over 3 lakh passengers due to over-optimization and inadequate preparedness.
- •The airline stated it is reviewing internal processes to emerge stronger from the disruptions.
Why It Matters: Majority of travelers find the Rs 22.2 crore fine on IndiGo inadequate for flight disruptions.
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