Overview

• The mass sick leave started late Tuesday, affecting both domestic and international flights.
• Employees express dissatisfaction with management, citing broken promises on job security and salary post-Tata takeover.
• Passengers stranded and distressed, with some fearing job losses due to travel delays.
• Civil aviation ministry has intervened, seeking a report and resolution to the ongoing disruptions.
• Air India Express management apologizes and offers refunds or rescheduling, attempting to manage the crisis.