The massive disruption caused by IndiGo’s cancellation of nearly 500 flights reverberated in Parliament Friday, with opposition members accusing the airline of “monopolistic practices” and the “government of regulatory laxity”.

Congress MP Pramod Tiwari raised the issue during Zero Hour in the Rajya Sabha, noting that around 500 flights had been cancelled Wednesday and Thursday, leaving parliamentarians and ordinary citizens stranded.

“The problem has arisen due to the monopoly of one airline. Many members had booked flights to return home for the weekend, but are now facing difficulties. I request the minister in charge to update the House on what steps are being taken,” Tiwari said.

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju responded that the government was seized of the matter. “Be

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