Akasa Air hikes fares by Rs 199-1,300 surcharge amid oil price spike; joins Air India, IndiGo

• Akasa Air will introduce a fuel surcharge ranging from Rs 199 to Rs 1,300 on domestic and international flights starting March 15, 2026.
• The decision is due to a sharp rise in jet fuel prices, linked to geopolitical developments in West Asia.
• Other carriers, including Air India, Air India Express, and IndiGo, have also begun levying similar charges.
• Akasa Air announced a strategic collaboration with Noida International Airport to set up its first MRO facility at Jewar, Uttar Pradesh.
• The MRO facility aims to strengthen India's aviation infrastructure, create local employment, and foster skill development.