Aviation Ministry to Address Surge in Airfares with Key Stakeholders

The Aviation Ministry is expected to convene a crucial meeting to address the issue of rising airfares, ET Now sources.

• The government is alarmed by the significant increase in airfares.

• With the festive season approaching, airfares have surged by approximately 25-30% on key and busy routes.

• The meeting will involve airline representatives, tour and travel operators, and ticket booking portals.

Currently, the government does not plan to impose a cap on airfares.

• Instead, the government may introduce a dedicated section for airfare complaints on the Air Sewa portal.

• There has been a growing number of complaints regarding airfares submitted through the Air Sewa portal.