Overview
- IndiGo said cancellations would drop below 1,000 on Saturday after a system reboot, with full normalisation targeted between December 10 and 15.
- The Civil Aviation Ministry reimposed fare ceilings until stability returns, setting caps from Rs 7,500 for flights under 500 km to Rs 18,000 for routes over 1,500 km.
- Authorities ordered automatic refunds for disrupted tickets by 8 pm Sunday, barred rescheduling fees, and instructed airlines to trace and deliver separated baggage within 48 hours.
- The DGCA formed a four‑member inquiry panel and cited planning gaps at IndiGo, while granting temporary relief on pilot duty‑time provisions to help restore operations.
- Indian Railways added 116 coaches to 37 premium trains and operated special services on key routes to move stranded travellers.