IndiGo Crisis: Delhi HC Asks Centre, "How Can Airlines Charge ₹40,000?"

• Delhi High Court questioned the central government on the IndiGo crisis, calling it a "major crisis" due to flight cancellations.
• The court asked why passengers were charged up to ₹40,000 for one-way tickets and why other airlines exploited the situation by raising fares.
• A PIL was heard regarding assistance and refunds for passengers affected by hundreds of IndiGo flight cancellations.
• The court questioned the government's failure to prevent the situation and its economic impact, beyond passenger inconvenience.
• Government counsel informed the court that IndiGo received a show-cause notice for non-compliance with guidelines, including crew duty hours.

Why It Matters: High Court challenges government on IndiGo crisis, soaring fares, and airline exploitation.