Overview

• The dispute occurred on September 1 aboard IndiGo flight 6E 6571 from Delhi to Kolkata, and the passenger was handed to airport security on arrival.
• Cabin crew alleged the flyer, seated in 31D and identified in reports as a lawyer, boarded intoxicated, urged chants of 'Har Har Mahadev,' and concealed a bottle that smelled of alcohol before quickly consuming it when questioned.
• The passenger filed a counter-complaint denying in-flight drinking, saying he only greeted the crew with the slogan, claimed he had a beer at the airport with proof of purchase, and alleged harassment and denial of basic amenities.
• IndiGo said it declared the customer unruly, lodged a formal complaint with authorities, and reiterated a zero‑tolerance policy toward disruptive or abusive conduct.
• Police confirmed they are examining both versions of events, with one report noting the confrontation unfolded during a roughly three-hour ground delay at Delhi’s parking bay.