More IndiGo flights cancelled today; Civil Aviation Ministry starts investigation as chaos worsens

NEW DELHI: IndiGo warned that domestic and international flight services in the country will be disrupted today. More than a thousand flights from various airports in the country were cancelled yesterday alone. Thousands of passengers are reportedly stranded.

The Civil Aviation Ministry initiated efforts to resolve the crisis by relaxing flight duty time regulations. Following the central government's warning of strict action against those responsible, the Civil Aviation Ministry started an investigation into the crisis. A four-member committee will summon IndiGo officials. The report will be submitted on the 15th of this month.

IndiGo flights from airports in Kerala are also delayed. IndiGo has advised passengers to take precautions in view of the changed schedule. Passengers have been advised to check the status of their service information via the www.cial.aero link or mobile app