DGCA Slams IndiGo with ₹22.20 Crore Fine, Mandates ₹50 Crore Bank Guarantee

• The DGCA imposed a ₹22.20 crore fine and ordered a ₹50 crore bank guarantee on IndiGo for widespread flight disruptions in December 2025.
• Over 3 lakh passengers were affected by 2,507 flight cancellations and 1,852 delays between December 3-5, 2025.
• Investigation revealed IndiGo's over-optimization of operations, inadequate crew and aircraft utilization, and improper FDTL rule implementation.
• Senior IndiGo officials, including the CEO and COO, received warnings for negligence in monitoring and managing flight operations.
• Affected passengers will receive a ₹10,000 'Gesture of Care' voucher in addition to refunds and compensation.

Why It Matters: IndiGo faces a hefty fine and bank guarantee for severe flight disruptions due to operational mismanagement.