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India\u2019s largest airline, IndiGo, is once again under pressure as the government has ordered it to slash 10% of its winter flight schedule<\/strong>\u2014double the reduction previously announced. This comes just days after the airline cancelled more than 3,000 flights<\/strong>, triggering nationwide disruptions and stranding thousands of passengers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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IndiGo Says Operations Are Back to Normal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Despite the severe turbulence, IndiGo maintains that its operations have now \u201cfully stabilised<\/strong>.\u201d
In a video statement on X, CEO Peter Elbers<\/strong> said the carrier had normalised its network after a week-long meltdown linked to poor pilot roster planning<\/strong>. The airline, which runs over 2,200 flights daily<\/strong> and commands more than 60% of India\u2019s domestic market<\/strong>, insists it is prepared to continue serving all its destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, officials say the corrective measures are needed to prevent further chaos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Government Steps In With Strong Action<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Federal Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu<\/strong> said the ministry has decided to curtail IndiGo\u2019s routes<\/strong> to restore stability in the aviation system. The airline must now submit its revised winter schedule<\/strong> to regulators by Wednesday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Authorities have also directed IndiGo to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Cap airfares on affected routes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Speed up passenger refunds<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Ensure faster baggage delivery<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Improve real-time communication during disruptions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Analysts expect the government to impose more penalties<\/strong> on the airline in the coming days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What the 10% Cut Means for Passengers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    A 10% reduction could translate to 200+ fewer daily flights<\/strong>, potentially worsening India\u2019s peak travel season.
    Aviation experts told the BBC that other airlines lack spare capacity<\/strong>, meaning passengers could face:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Higher airfares<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Reduced seat availability<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Longer delays in rebooking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Analyst Sanat Kaul noted that while the move may benefit the sector long-term, the immediate impact on passengers will be challenging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Market Reaction: Shares Slide 15%<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Investor confidence has taken a hit, with IndiGo\u2019s parent company shares falling 15% since 1 December<\/strong>. Rising operational costs, crew shortages, and compliance with new duty-time rules are weighing heavily on financials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      As India\u2019s aviation network braces for a turbulent winter, the focus remains on whether IndiGo can deliver consistent reliability\u2014or if more disruptions lie ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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