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Airfare Cap Scrapped: Brace for Higher Ticket Prices Starting Tomorrow

The ministry made clear that fare controls could be reimposed if circumstances warranted it.

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News18•22-03-2026, 00:18

Airfare Cap Scrapped: Brace for Higher Ticket Prices Starting Tomorrow

•Government lifts months-long cap on domestic airfares from March 23, giving airlines pricing freedom.
•Fare ceilings were imposed in December 2025 after IndiGo disruptions caused soaring ticket prices.
•Ticket prices are almost certain to rise, especially on busy routes, peak periods, and last-minute bookings.
•Airlines directed to keep pricing fair and transparent; government will monitor and may reimpose controls.
•Cap lifted due to airline warnings of financial distress from soaring jet fuel costs and continued caps.

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