Govt Greenlights New Airlines: IndiGo-Air India Monopoly Ends, Cheaper Flights Ahead!

• Ministry of Civil Aviation granted 'No Objection Certificates' (NOCs) to 'Al Hind Air' and 'FlyExpress' to boost competition.
• Decision aims to break the 90% market dominance of IndiGo (60%) and Air India (25%), spurred by IndiGo's recent flight crisis.
• New entrants include Shankh Air (already received NOC), Al Hind Air (Kerala-based 'Alhind Group'), and FlyExpress (Hyderabad-based courier company).
• Receiving an NOC is the first step; companies still need to pass DGCA's stringent examination for an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) and conduct proving flights.
• Passengers can expect reduced fares, better connectivity, and more travel options as new airlines enter the market.

Why It Matters: Government approves new airlines to boost competition, ending IndiGo-Air India's dominance and promising cheaper travel.