Cong, AAP Slam Govt's Move to Remove Domestic Airfare Caps, Call it 'Loot'

• Congress and AAP criticize government's decision to remove temporary caps on domestic airfares.
• Congress labels the move a "free pass to loot" air travellers, recalling past surge pricing during IndiGo disruptions.
• AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal states air travel is now a necessity, not a luxury, and fears it will become unaffordable for the middle class.
• The government had imposed caps in December due to IndiGo flight disruptions and removed them effective March 23, 2026.
• Ministry of Civil Aviation urges airlines to maintain pricing discipline, transparency, and reasonable fares, warning against excessive surges.