Diwali Flight Fare: Are flights expensive or cheap during Diwali? The government ordered DGCA to stop the arbitrariness of the airlines. Will travelers get relief on this festival or another shock? Know the whole truth now!
DGCA Flight Monitoring: Diwali is about to come and like every year, this time too the rising ticket prices have become a matter of concern for air passengers. Due to increased demand for travel during the festive season, airlines often increase prices arbitrarily. But this time the government has shown great strictness under the leadership of DGCA and Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu.
What did the Union Minister tell the airlines?
Union Minister Rammohan Naidu directed all major airlines – Air India, IndiGo, Akasa Air and others – to ensure that ticket prices during Diwali remain as reasonable and controlled as possible. This clearly means that passengers should not be troubled by suddenly expensive tickets. In this direction, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has improved the Air Seva portal, so that any passenger can easily lodge a complaint about high fares.
Why will the government keep an eye on airfare this Diwali?
During the festive season, when people go out to meet their families, airlines want to earn profits by increasing fares. But this time the government has made it clear that the convenience of passengers will be the first priority. DGCA’s Tariff Monitoring Unit has been directed to ensure that airlines adhere to the announced limits and monitor any sudden increase. Airlines have also assured that passenger convenience will be given priority. Additional flights will be started on routes where there is more congestion. This means passengers will have more choices and ticket prices will remain under control.
Does this mean that flight fares will be cheaper on Diwali?
This coordination between the government and the airlines can prove to be good news for the passengers. DGCA’s strictness and additional flight capacity of airlines can provide both convenience and affordable travel to passengers. But it is also worth noting that when festive demand is very high, even small changes can affect the prices. The monitoring of DGCA and airlines matters a lot this time. The ministry has also updated its Air Seva portal, which will make it easier for passengers to lodge complaints about high fares.
Festive demand: Are airlines preparing?
Airlines assured the government that passenger convenience is their first priority. Also, additional flights have been increased on congested routes. This means passengers will have more choice and perhaps even control over fares.
Message to travelers: When and how to book?
Both the government and airlines have warned passengers not to be upset by the sudden increase in prices. It has been ensured that fares on all routes are reasonable and people can easily meet their families during festivals. If you are also planning a Diwali trip, it would be beneficial to book your tickets now and keep an eye on the DGCA portal.