International sitar virtuoso Anoushka Shankar has voiced strong criticism against Air India following what she described as significant damage to her sitar after a recent flight. The incident took place when Shankar, who had returned to traveling with Air India after several years, discovered her instrument was mishandled during transit. She slammed the airlines on social media and shared her experience, intensifying ongoing conversations about airline practices regarding fragile and valuable items such as musical instruments.

The musician detailed her shock upon opening her sitar case and seeing the extent of the damage. According to her account, the instrument, which holds both monetary and sentimental value, was subjected to improper handling. She emphasised that the sitar is not only

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