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India Halts Turkish Airport Firm’s Operations After Pakistan Row
- On May 15, 2025, Indian authorities cancelled the security credentials of Turkey-based company Celebi Hava Servisi AS, halting its services at nine key airports across India, such as those in Delhi and Mumbai.
- The revocation followed rising tensions after Turkey reportedly supplied drones to Pakistan, which India alleges were used in attacks against its borders.
- Celebi, employing nearly 10,000 staff and servicing prominent airlines, has contested the move, asserting it operates transparently with no links to political activities or foreign governments.
- Indian fruit traders initiated boycotts of Turkish produce, especially apples, with nationalist groups like the Swadeshi Jagran Manch calling for broader economic sanctions to protect national security.
- The suspension disrupted airport operations and ended agreements until 2034, prompting deployment of special teams by India's Civil Aviation Ministry to ensure a smooth transition prioritizing public safety and national interest.
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