IndiGo Fine Not Enough: 61% Travelers Dissatisfied with Rs 22-Crore Penalty

• A LocalCircles survey reveals 61% of airline travelers believe the Rs 22.2 crore penalty on IndiGo for December disruptions is insufficient.
• The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) imposed the fine and warned CEO Pieter Elbers and other executives for non-compliance with FDTL norms.
• IndiGo was also directed to furnish a Rs 50-crore bank guarantee for systemic corrections.
• Between December 3-5, 2,507 flights were canceled and 1,852 delayed, affecting over 3 lakh passengers due to over-optimization and inadequate preparedness.
• The airline stated it is reviewing internal processes to emerge stronger from the disruptions.

Why It Matters: Majority of travelers find the Rs 22.2 crore fine on IndiGo inadequate for flight disruptions.