DGCA Proposes Stricter Norms for Unruly Passengers, Airlines Can Impose 30-Day Ban

• Aviation regulator DGCA proposes stricter norms for unruly passengers, including direct 30-day flying ban by airlines.
• A 'No/Zero Tolerance Policy' adopted to ensure safety and discipline on board aircraft.
• Airlines must formulate SOPs for handling unruly passengers and reporting incidents to DGCA.
• Violations like smoking, alcohol consumption on domestic flights, or misuse of emergency exits can lead to a ban.
• Flying bans range from up to three months for Level 1 offenses to two years or more for Level 3 and 4 cases.