
Flying soon? DGCA directs airlines to share passenger rights link with tickets
With air travel increasing significantly—especially among first-time flyers—DGCA chief Faiz Ahmed Kidwai emphasized the importance of informing passengers about their entitlements in cases of service deficiencies, flight delays (due to airline-controlled factors), cancellations, denied boarding, and baggage issues.
IndiGo has reportedly assured the regulator that it will implement this directive by Tuesday i.e. March 2025.
“All airlines must actively communicate passenger-centric regulations and rights,” a DGCA official was quoted saying.
“Airlines are required to send an online link to the passenger charter—available on the aviation ministry’s website—via SMS or WhatsApp after ticket booking. This link should also be included on tickets and airline websites. Just as passengers have responsibilities while traveling, they should also be aware of their rights.”
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Airlines are currently updating their systems to enhance communication on passenger rights, flight delays, and grievance redressal mechanisms, officials added.
As part of its compliance, IndiGo informed the regulator that ticket bookings now include a ‘Click Here’ link under the ‘Notes’ section, directing passengers to DGCA’s passenger charter page. The charter is also accessible under the ‘Quick Links’ section on the airline’s website.
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