The DGCA’s ₹22.20 crore fine on IndiGo comes weeks after disruptions, but the probe report remains undisclosed
Beyond penalties, the regulator should have ensured operational continuity and identified root causes in real time
Over 2,500 cancellations and 1,800 delays affected more than 3 lakh passengers during peak travel season
As new FDTL norms approach, the DGCA must ensure a foolproof shift prioritising safety and service quality
Questions persist on whether fines should compensate affected passengers, as practiced by US regulators
The CCI probe must assess if IndiGo’s market dominance and pilot shortage claims breached competition norms