DGCA Fines IndiGo Rs 22 Crore, Warns CEO Over Flight Disruptions

• DGCA imposed a Rs 22.20 crore fine on IndiGo and demanded a Rs 50 crore bank guarantee for widespread flight disruptions in December 2025.
• Over 2,500 IndiGo flights were cancelled and 1,800 delayed, affecting three lakh passengers due to operational failures.
• Inquiry revealed causes like over-optimisation, inadequate preparedness, software deficiencies, and management shortcomings.
• DGCA issued warnings to IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers, Accountable Manager (COO), and Senior Vice President (OCC) for oversight and planning failures.
• IndiGo's Board acknowledged the orders, assuring stakeholders of appropriate measures and an in-depth review of internal processes.

Why It Matters: DGCA penalized IndiGo with a hefty fine and warnings for severe flight disruptions caused by operational lapses.