Air India and IndiGo Resume Flights to Nepal, New Delhi Ensures Reasonable Fares
After the closure of Kathmandu Airport, Air India and IndiGo will operate special flights to rescue Indians stranded in Kathmandu. The airport reopened on Wednesday, allowing regular flights to commence on Thursday. The government has instructed airlines to maintain reasonable fares to ensure seamless travel for passengers. Union Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu stated on X that the aviation ministry coordinated with Air India and IndiGo to arrange additional flights. Air India announced its special flights from Delhi to Kathmandu and back to help stranded passengers, with scheduled operations resuming on Thursday.
Key Takeaways:
- Air India and IndiGo will operate special flights to Kathmandu on Wednesday to rescue stranded Indians.
- Kathmandu Airport reopened on Wednesday, allowing regular flights to resume on Thursday.
- The government advised airlines to maintain reasonable fares for passengers.
- Union Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu coordinated with Air India and IndiGo for additional flights.
- Air India has announced special flights from Delhi to Kathmandu and back to assist stranded passengers.
- Air India Express is offering flexibility to reschedule or cancel bookings for travel to/from Nepal.
Statistics:
- 1000s of tourists are expected to fly out from Kathmandu airport after its reopening on Wednesday.
- Air India has arranged special flights from Delhi to Kathmandu on Wednesday and Thursday.
- The airport is expected to resume normal flight operations on Thursday.
- Air India Express has a daily flight between Bengaluru and Kathmandu.
- The flexibility to reschedule or cancel bookings for travel to/from Nepal is being offered by Air India Express to guests.
Sources:
- Union Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu's statement on X
- Air India's announcement of special flights
- Air India Express spokesperson statement
- Kathmandu Airport's reopening announcement