April 8, 2026 10:13 PM
Government announces relief measures for airlines, cuts airport charges by 25%
Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Wednesday announced a series of relief measures for domestic airlines, including a 25% reduction in landing and parking charges, amid disruptions caused by the ongoing West Asia crisis. The move is aimed at easing operational cost pressures on Indian carriers and ensuring that air travel remains affordable for passengers despite rising global fuel prices. Relief Amid Rising ATF Costs The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) said the aviation secto...