IndiGo flight status today LIVE: IndiGo ‘profusely’ apologetic, deeply regrets inconvenience, hardship caused to customers: DGCA

Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu on Monday said the government will reduce IndiGo’s winter flight schedule and reallocate some routes to other operators following the airline’s recent large-scale disruptions. “We will curtail IndiGo’s routes. They are currently operating 2,200 flights. We will definitely curtail them,” Naidu told Doordarshan. The minister added that refunds worth Rs 745 crore have been issued for 7,30,655 cancelled PNRs between December 1 and 8. Of the 9,000 delayed passenger bags, 6,000 have been delivered, with the rest expected by tonight or Tuesday morning.

The government plans strict action against IndiGo to “set an example” after last week’s mass cancellations, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said. The DGCA received IndiGo’s reply to its show-cause notice, stating the airline is “profusely” apologetic. A four-member panel will probe manpower planning, rostering, and compliance with Phase 2 Flight Duty Time Limitation rules. IndiGo operated 1,800 flights on Monday, up from 1,650 on Sunday, but over 500 cancellations still occurred. Ticket cancellations since November 21 reached 9.55 lakh, with refunds of Rs 827 crore. Shares fell over 8 per cent.

The DGCA said that IndiGo had attributed the mass cancellations to the “compounding effect of multiple factors,” which operated in an “unfortunate and unforeseeable confluence”.

IndiGo further stated it was “realistically not possible to pinpoint the exact cause(s)” behind the breakdown of flight operations, saying that complexity and scale of its network made such an exercise challenging.

IndiGo informed India’s aviation regulator on Monday that a mix of factors, including newly implemented pilot rest and duty regulations and “minor” technical issues, were behind the cancellation of at least 2,000 flights last week.

The airline told the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) that it is “realistically not possible” to pinpoint all the causes immediately due to the scale and complexity of its operations. IndiGo has requested additional time to provide a detailed root-cause analysis, in line with DGCA requirements.

Former Union Minister Prithviraj Chavan of the Congress on Monday raised concerns over the growing monopoly in India’s aviation sector, calling it a “serious threat” to the economy and passenger interests. He demanded that crisis-hit IndiGo be split into two companies to ensure fair competition.

Talking to reporters, Chavan highlighted that India’s air travel is now dominated by just two major players: IndiGo, holding 65 per cent market share, and the Tata Group (Air India and AI Express) with nearly 30 per cent. “In 2004, India had 10 functional airlines. Today, only two big companies remain. With nearly 40 crore passengers relying on them, this situation will only become more serious in the future,” the former Maharashtra Chief Minister cautioned.

Chavan described the recent IndiGo disruptions, which have affected flights across the country for the past week, as “unfortunate and shocking,” attributing the crisis to regulatory lapses and alleged collusion between the government and private airlines. He called for the resignation of Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu, suspension of the IndiGo CEO, and dismissal of DGCA officials responsible for the lapses.

To promote competition, the Congress leader suggested splitting the leading carrier into two companies with a maximum market share of 30 per cent each. He also urged the government to start its own national airline and implement the Civil Aviation Authority proposed during the UPA regime to strengthen sector oversight.

Chavan further demanded the creation of a Rs 1,000 crore compensation fund for passengers affected by flight disruptions and high ticket prices. Criticizing the Competition Commission for failing to prevent monopolistic control, he called for its dissolution and replacement by a new empowered body.

IndiGo on Monday cancelled 562 flights from six major metro airports, with Bengaluru accounting for 150 of the cancellations, according to sources. The disruptions follow regulatory changes that have affected hundreds of thousands of passengers in recent days.

The airline’s on-time performance improved to 79.9% on Sunday, operating 1,650 flights while cancelling 650. IndiGo operates across roughly 90 domestic and over 40 international airports.

At Bengaluru, 76 arrivals and 74 departures were cancelled. Delhi saw 83 departures and 60 arrivals grounded. Mumbai recorded 98 cancellations, Hyderabad 112, Chennai 56, and Kolkata just 2 flights, sources added. The total exceeded Civil Aviation Ministry projections, which estimated 500 cancellations and 1,802 flights operating on Monday.

According to the Civil Aviation Ministry, IndiGo has cancelled 500 flights due to ongoing operational disruptions. The airline plans to operate 1,802 flights on Monday, covering 137 out of its 138 destinations. This comes as part of efforts to stabilise services following recent delays and cancellations.

Baggage Delivery Update

IndiGo has successfully delivered 4,500 delayed passenger bags and aims to deliver the remaining 4,500 within the next 36 hours, the ministry added.

Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu on Monday addressed the ongoing disruptions in IndiGo’s operations in the Rajya Sabha, assuring strong regulatory oversight and passenger safeguards.

“For all passengers who have faced difficulties due to delays and cancellations, strict Civil Aviation Requirements (CARs) are in place. Airline operators have to follow these requirements,” he said.

He added that the government has initiated an inquiry into the reported software-related challenges. “Continuous technology upgradation happens in this sector. Our vision from the government is to have top global standards for the aviation sector in the country,” the minister told the Upper House.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Monday criticised the central government over soaring airfares and widespread disruptions in IndiGo’s operations, saying the promise of affordable air travel has failed. He alleged that “those wearing shoes can’t afford tickets today,” questioning the government’s claims of making aviation accessible. His remarks came as delays and cancellations continue across IndiGo’s network. Meanwhile, the DGCA has granted the airline a 24-hour extension to respond to its show cause notice over operational breakdowns, stressing no further delay will be allowed. Yadav also commented on the Vande Mataram debate, saying values must be upheld through actions, not symbolism.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee strongly criticised the ongoing IndiGo crisis, calling it nothing short of a “disaster”. She said thousands of stranded passengers are going through “mental torture” as flights continue to be cancelled across the country.

Banerjee questioned the Centre’s handling of the situation, saying the public has been left without any real alternative.

“What is the alternative for the public? It is most unfortunate that the maximum number of flights have stopped. This is a disaster. Thousands of passengers are stranded in airports. They are feeling mentally tortured. I ask the Government of India to make a plan to resolve this. The BJP government is not interested in matters related to the country and the people. But the BJP cares only about how to capture institutions.” She said, according to ANI.

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu told the Rajya Sabha that more than 5.8 lakh passengers have been affected by IndiGo’s massive wave of flight cancellations over the past week.

Responding to a question from MP M Thambidurai on rising airfares, the minister said that 5,86,705 bookings were cancelled, and ₹569 crore has already been refunded to affected travellers.

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu told the Rajya Sabha that the ongoing IndiGo flight crisis was caused by problems in the airline’s crew rostering and internal planning system. He clarified that the Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) rules is not wrong. The minister also added that IndiGo did not report any issues during a meeting held on December 1.

“IndiGo crisis happened due to problems in its crew rostering and internal planning system,” he added.

Shares of InterGlobe Aviation Limited, which runs India’s largest airline IndiGo, fell on Monday amid the ongoing flight disruptions. The stock dropped up to 7.6%, marking its biggest one-day fall in over a year and a seventh straight day of decline, wiping out around $4.3 billion from the company’s market value, Bloomberg reported.

ANI: Visuals from Indira Gandhi International Airport’s Terminal-1, where IndiGo passengers’ luggage is lying, amid flight cancellations and delays

Air India on Monday announced a new fare rollout following government directions for airlines to monitor flight ticket prices. Passengers who have already booked Economy Class tickets during the transition period at prices higher than the capped limit can claim a refund for the difference.

“Air traffic at Srinagar International Airport witnessed continued disruptions on Monday early morning after multiple Indigo flights were cancelled. Out of the total 64 scheduled flight movements (32 arrivals and 32 departures), IndiGo had 36 movements planned for the day. However, 16 IndiGo flights (8 arrivals and 8 departures) were cancelled due to operational reasons until 8 a.m. today,” officials at Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar international airport sais according to IANS.

A public interest petition seeking directions to the Centre to extend support to passengers affected by the cancellation of hundreds of IndiGo flights was presented before the Delhi High Court. The High Court stated that the PIL will be listed for hearing on Wednesday, as per report by PTI.

The Supreme Court on Monday refused to hear a plea seeking immediate intervention in the ongoing IndiGo cancellations and delays, according to a report from HT.

Chief Justice Surya Kant said that while the court understands that “lakhs of people are stranded” and many may have urgent commitments, the central government has already taken note of the situation. “Timely steps appear to have been taken. We don’t see any urgency right now,” the CJI said, declining to fast-track the matter.

The airline has cancelled over 4,500 flights since last Tuesday, leaving travellers across the country stuck and frustrated.

IndiGo’s flight troubles entered their seventh straight day on Monday, with the airline cancelling 127 flights at Bengaluru Airport, 65 arrivals and 62 departures, according to TOI.

Meanwhile, the DGCA has given Elbers and COO Isidre Porqueras till 6 pm today to respond to a Show Cause Notice sent over the weekend.

Shares of InterGlobe Aviation Ltd., the parent company of IndiGo, fell after the DGCA sought an explanation from the airline’s CEO over the disruptions across the country.

IndiGo’s stock dropped up to 6.63%, hitting ₹5,015 on the BSE, its steepest fall since April 7.

PTI reported that IndiGo’s operations remained severely strained on Monday, with more than 250 flights cancelled from Delhi and Bengaluru as the airline’s week-long disruption showed no signs of easing.

A total of 5 IndiGo flights were cancelled at Thiruvananthapuram Airport on Monday, including 3 departures and 2 arrivals, officials told ANI. So far, the airline has operated 3 flights from the airport, comprising 2 departures and 1 arrival.

Hyderabad Airport received a bomb threat email late on the night of 7th December 2025, affecting three incoming flights., ANI reported

Ahmedabad Airport: 18 IndiGo flights cancelled by 8 am (9 arrivals, 9 departures). Terminal operations continue smoothly, handling 21 flights during the period.

Hyderabad RGIA: 77 flights disrupted (38 arrivals, 39 departures).

Mumbai & Delhi: Passengers face delays as multiple IndiGo flights are cancelled.

Passengers at Guwahati Airport are facing major inconvenience due to IndiGo cancellations. One traveller, who had a return ticket from Jaipur scheduled for December 5 at 5:55 PM, said the flight was cancelled amid chaotic conditions at the airport. The staff reportedly closed the counters, leaving passengers stranded.

The passenger added that despite trying for three days, their ticket was neither rescheduled nor did the grievance number respond. ” We finally booked a ticket on Air India flight 2 days ago, which cost us Rs 25,800. IndiGo has not refunded our money, though we are trying…”

Kempegowda International Airport (KIAL) has reported that IndiGo has cancelled 65 arrivals and 62 departures today. Passengers are advised to check their flight status before heading to the airport. The next update on flight operations will be shared after 6 pm.

Visuals from Chennai International Airport show passengers still waiting as IndiGo flights face ongoing cancellations and delays. Travellers are struggling to get updates and alternative travel options.

Indian Railways has put together a special helpdesk at Patna Airport to assist travellers dealing with unexpected flight changes. The desk is helping passengers find convenient train options so they can continue their journeys without added stress. Staff on the ground are guiding flyers through available routes, timings, and ticketing support to ensure their travel plans stay on track.

Delhi International Airport has put out a new advisory for travellers, saying IndiGo’s delays may continue through the day. Passengers heading out are being urged to double-check their flight status in advance so they don’t get caught off guard at the terminal.

Airport officials say teams on the ground are working with all stakeholders to reduce disruptions and ensure smoother movement of passengers. Anyone needing help, including medical support , can approach the information desk, where staff is available to assist.

The airport has also reminded passengers that several public transport options, including metro services, buses, and cabs, are easily accessible for travel to and from the terminals.

For real-time updates and important notifications, passengers have been advised to visit the airport’s official website.

A thick layer of smog settled over several parts of the city this morning, with a grey blanket cutting down visibility across major roads and neighbourhoods. The AQI has climbed to 354 , categorised as ‘Very Poor’ by the Central Pollution Control Board. Worsening conditions may also affect flight operations later in the day.