The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) reviewed airfare trends ahead of the upcoming festive season and urged airlines to augment flight capacities in anticipation of high passenger demand.

Acting on its mandate from the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) to monitor airfares, particularly during peak travel periods, the DGCA engaged with airlines to ensure reasonable pricing and sufficient capacity.

Following discussions, major Indian carriers have announced plans to operate additional flights across several routes to accommodate the surge in demand:

IndiGo: Approximately 730 additional flights across 42 sectors

Air India & Air India Express: Approximately 486 additional flights across 20 sectors

SpiceJet: Approximately 546 additional flights across 38 sectors

The aviation r

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