Daijiworld Media Network - New Delhi

New Delhi, Dec 6: In a major intervention to curb soaring ticket prices triggered by widespread disruptions in IndiGo operations, the Ministry of Civil Aviation on Saturday imposed a nationwide cap on domestic airfares.

The temporary price ceiling, introduced in the public interest, is aimed at preventing airlines from charging excessive fares amid reduced capacity and mass cancellations since December 4.

Under the new structure, airlines cannot exceed the following maximum one-way economy class fares (taxes excluded):

• Up to 500 km: Rs 7,500

• 500–1,000 km: Rs 12,000

• 1,000–1,500 km: Rs 15,000

• Over 1,500 km: Rs 18,000

The caps apply only to economy class on regular commercial flights; business class and UDAN services are exempt. The minist

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