NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has invoked its regulatory powers to impose temporary airfare caps across all affected routes, responding to widespread complaints of unusually high ticket prices during the ongoing IndiGo operational crisis. The directive aims to curb opportunistic pricing and protect passengers facing sudden travel disruptions.

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu said the government acted decisively to safeguard public interest.

“In order to protect passengers from any form of opportunistic pricing, the Ministry has invoked its regulatory powers to ensure fair and reasonable fares across all affected routes,” he stated.

Under the new mandate, all airlines are required to strictly adhere to the prescribed fare ceilings until the situation f

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