Image Source : The Times Of India
IndiGo Airlines has cancelled all flights from Bengaluru Airport to Mumbai and Delhi until 23:59 on December 5, 2025, amid a nationwide crisis triggered by pilot shortages, new duty-time rules, and operational disruptions. Over 100 flights axed at BLR, stranding thousands as the carrier battles recovery.
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Airport Disruptions Escalate
Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport faces severe IndiGo flight suspensions to key metros Mumbai and Delhi through tonight, part of a broader meltdown affecting India's largest airline with 60% market share. The cancellations stem from stringent DGCA flight duty time limitations (FDTL), crew shortages, and planning missteps, marking the fourth day of turmoil with ~500 daily cuts nationwide.
Key Highlights
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Scope at BLR: 102 flights cancelled (52 arrivals, 50 departures), hitting Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune routes.
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Timeline: All IndiGo BLR-Mumbai/Delhi flights suspended until 23:59 IST, December 5.
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National Impact: ~235 Delhi, 104 Mumbai, 92 Hyderabad cuts; total November: 1,232 cancellations.
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Passenger Aid: Refunds, rebooking, refreshments offered; check airline site/app.
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Recovery Plan: Operations to normalize by Feb 10; DGCA eased some rules temporarily.
Sources: Economic Times, Deccan Herald, Reuters, Moneycontrol
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