Airfare Caps Introduced Amid IndiGo Disruptions: A Call for Continued Regulation

Following IndiGo's operational disruptions, Congress leader P Chidambaram commended the Ministry of Civil Aviation for capping Economy Class fares and urged that these caps stay until competition within the airline sector is robust enough to protect public interest. The ministry's recent fare cap follows significant delays and cancellations by IndiGo.

Amid significant operational disruptions by IndiGo, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has instituted airfare caps, a move welcomed by Congress leader P Chidambaram.

Chidambaram asserts that with a prevailing duopoly in the airline sector, price caps are essential to protecting the public's interest. He emphasized that without competing airlines, price containment remains the primary safeguard for passengers.

The ministry's decision follows a turbulent period for IndiGo, with many flights cancelled or delayed. New pilot duty rules are pending, compounding the airline's challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)