'How can tickets cost Rs 35-39k?' HC pulls up govt over IndiGo chaos

IndiGo airlines crisis: In a significant development amid the ongoing crisis at IndiGo airlines in the country, the Delhi High Court on Wednesday pulled up the Centre over the IndiGo crisis which saw hundreds of flight cancellations.

“If there were a crisis, how could other airlines be permitted to take advantage? How can it go to 35,000 to 39,000? How could other airlines start charging? How can it happen?” Justice Gedela asked.

“We have said we appreciate your efforts. The question is, why did such a situation precipitate? Who is responsible? It is not just a question of individual passengers being stranded at airports. The question is a loss to the economy. It is harassment and trouble for the passengers. What steps were taken to compensate the passengers? What action has been taken to ensure that the employees of service providers behave responsibly?” the court questioned the Centre.