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Airspace Alert: Akasa Air Cancels All Srinagar Flights Amid Regional Tensions and Airport Shutdown

Updated: May 07, 2025 20:29

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Akasa Air has cancelled all flights to and from Srinagar up to May 9, 2025, due to the temporary closure of Srinagar airport and increased airspace restrictions in northern India. This is part of a wide-ranging disruption in the aviation industry due to India's recent military air strikes on terror camps in Pakistan, which resulted in the closure of at least 18 airports and the cancellation of more than 200 flights across the country.
 
Key Highlights:
  • Full Suspension: Akasa Air suspended all Srinagar services, and it has joined the list of big carriers such as Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet, which have suspended flights to and from Srinagar, Jammu, Leh, Amritsar, and other major north Indian cities until at least 5:29 am on May 10.
  • Widespread Impact: The closure has an impact on arrivals and departures, with the airlines requesting passengers to verify the status of their flight before going to the airport. Some are giving full refunds or free re-booking for such bookings.
  • Passenger Advisory: Travelers are requested to remain informed through airline websites and customer service interfaces. Authorities at Srinagar airport have asserted that civil flights have been grounded until further notice.
  • Global Disruptions: Various international carriers have diverted or canceled flights to skirt Pakistani airspace, adding to regional travel uncertainty.
  • Background: The unprecedented cancellations are a follow-up to Operation Sindoor, India's military reaction to recent terror attacks, which led to broad airspace bans and increased security precautions.
Travelers are advised to keep close watch on official airline announcements since schedule changes can be expected subject to the situation unfolding.
 
Source: NDTV, India Today, Business Standard, Times of India, Gulf News

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