Overview
- The DGCA chief, speaking Thursday in New Delhi, said the regulator will simplify rules to support airlines while keeping passenger rights intact.
- He pointed to Pakistan’s airspace closure and conflict in West Asia forcing longer routes that raise fuel burn and flight times, squeezing margins.
- Extra fuel carried for detours leaves less room for passengers and cargo, which directly lowers airline revenue on affected routes.
- Recent steps include removing the temporary fare cap set after December’s IndiGo disruption and requiring 60% of domestic seats to carry no extra fee, a move some carriers oppose.
- India’s aviation market is growing fast but has seen airlines fail before, so the DGCA says easier compliance and a stable policy path are meant to keep operators in business.