BusinessPhoto: Deccan HeraldGovernment Notifies New Airfare Rules Allowing Intervention in Extraordinary Situations
The Union government has introduced new rules under the Bharatiya Vayuyan Niyam, 2026, enabling it to intervene in airline ticket pricing during extraordinary circumstances in the public interest. This move addresses concerns over rising airfares due to high crude oil and Aviation Turbine Fuel prices. The government can issue fare directions to airlines for a limited period, ensuring proportionality. Airlines must submit fare details to DGCA based on operating costs.
Deccan Herald·



