The Directorate General of Civil Aviation DGCA has reviewed airfare trends ahead of the festive season. DGCA is mandated by the Ministry of Civil Aviation to keep a watch on airfares, especially during the festive season and take appropriate measures in case of a surge in prices. DGCA proactively took up the matter with airlines and asked them to augment flight capacities for the festive season by deploying additional flights to meet high demand. 

In response, IndiGo has informed that it has deployed 730 additional flights across 42 sectors. Meanwhile, Air India and Air India Express will run 486 additional flights across 20 sectors, and SpiceJet will operate 546 more flights across 38 sectors. Ministry of Civil Aviation said, DGCA will maintain rigorous oversight of airline fares and flight capacities to protect passengers’ interests during the festive season.