Air India Faces Backlash After Passengers Faint During 8-Hour Delay

Passengers on a Delhi-San Francisco flight endured extreme heat and lack of air conditioning, prompting a Ministry notice to the airline.

• Passengers were left without air conditioning for hours in severe heat, leading to fainting and distress.
• The flight experienced significant delays due to operational issues and duty time limitations.
• Visuals showed exhausted passengers, including children, lying on the airport floor and aerobridge.
• Air India has received a show-cause notice from the Aviation Ministry demanding an explanation.
• The airline has expressed regret and assured efforts to address the situation.

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