Centre removes caps on airfares after three months

Centre removes caps on airfares after three months

The removal of the caps, introduced when widespread cancellation of IndiGo flights triggered a spike in fares, comes at a time when West Asia conflict has lead to increase in aviation turbine fuel (ATF)

Act responsibly: Govt withdraws domestic airfare caps imposed after IndiGo fiasco

The government has withdrawn temporary domestic airfare caps from March 23, 2026, citing stabilised operations and restored capacity. Airlines have been asked to maintain fair, transparent pricing, with authorities warning of strict action if fares rise excessively.

Government lifts domestic airfare caps as rising jet fuel drives up airline costs

New Delhi: A big relief for the domestic travellers is on the way as the Indian government has withdrawn the temporary cap on domestic airfares from next week. The cap of Rs 18,000 was imposed on December 6, 2025, during the flight disruption crisis involving IndiGo. It will be lifted on Monday, March 23. The move came at a time when jet fuel prices are skyrocketing due to the Middle East conflict. The aviation ministry’s order to remove the far…

Government Withdraws Airfare Cap Imposed After IndiGo Crisis

However, the Ministry of Civil Aviation reiterated that airlines must continue to exercise pricing discipline and act responsibly, even in the absence of formal fare caps.