Minister: India needs 5 big airlines, more competition amid IndiGo crisis

• India has capacity for five big airlines and needs more competition, stated Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu.
• The minister announced an inquiry into IndiGo's mass cancellations, blaming mismanagement of new pilot rest duty rules (FDTL).
• DGCA issued a show-cause notice to IndiGo's CEO and formed a committee regarding the disruptions.
• IndiGo formed a crisis management group, processed Rs 827 crore in refunds, and claims improved operations with 1800+ flights on December 8.

Why It Matters: Increased airline competition in India could mean better service for you.