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Viral Video Reveals Passport-Based Disparities in Flight Layovers

Anisha Arora’s clip underscores that Schengen visa eligibility dictates whether delayed passengers enjoy hotel stays or confined airport capsules

Overview

  • Anisha Arora posted an Instagram Reel from Frankfurt Airport after a delayed flight left her stuck in a capsule-style room
  • Passengers with U.S. passports on the same missed connection were offered five-star hotel accommodations and complimentary meals
  • Arora lacked a Schengen visa and was therefore confined to airport premises under airline rebooking policies
  • Her video has amassed millions of views and fueled online debate over systemic inequalities in travel privileges
  • The Henley Passport Index ranks India 82nd for visa-free access compared to the United States in the top ten, illustrating stark mobility gaps