Air India reinforces cabin crew BMI norms, sparking debate on safety, inclusivity and workplace expectations

Air India reinforces cabin crew BMI norms, sparking debate on safety, inclusivity and workplace expectations

Air India has reiterated its emphasis on fitness and grooming standards for cabin crew, including maintaining a Body Mass Index (BMI) within prescribed limits, an established practice in the aviation industry aimed at ensuring safety and operational readiness which will come into an effect by May 1. While such guidelines are not new, recent discussions around their stricter monitoring have sparked conversations among employees and observers abou…