Congress MLA KN Rajanna Blames DGCA for IndiGo Pilot Shortage

• Congress MLA KN Rajanna blames DGCA for IndiGo flight disruptions, stating the fault isn't solely with the airline.
• Rajanna claims DGCA's 8-hour pilot duty law caused IndiGo's pilot shortage, as the airline previously made pilots work 10-12 hours.
• Ministry of Civil Aviation directed IndiGo to clear all pending passenger refunds by Dec 7, 8 PM, and deliver separated baggage within 48 hours.
• Ministry also instructed airlines not to levy rescheduling charges for affected passengers and warned of regulatory action for non-compliance.
• IndiGo is working to stabilize operations, with cancellations dropping below 850 flights, and urged passengers to check flight status.

Why It Matters: Flight disruptions reveal regulatory gaps and airline issues, affecting passenger travel and rights.