Indian Airlines Plan 58 Gulf Flights Today After Over 1,200 Cancellations Amid Middle East Crisis

• Indian carriers plan to operate 58 flights to the Gulf region on March 4, including 30 by IndiGo and 23 by Air India/Air India Express.
• This follows over 1,200 cancellations by Indian carriers and 388 by foreign carriers due to the escalating Middle East crisis.
• The crisis, involving the US, Israel, and Iran, has led to restricted airspace, significantly impacting flight operations.
• The Civil Aviation Ministry is monitoring airfares, coordinating with airlines, and ensuring transparent communication, refunds, and passenger assistance.
• Air India has extended the suspension of most flights to/from UAE, Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Qatar until March 4, 2026, due to the ongoing situation.