Pahalgam Terror Attack: 4 special flights arranged from Srinagar; Civil Aviation Minister monitors situation

By  News On Air   Apr 23, 2025

Four special flights from Srinagar to Delhi and Mumbai have been arranged today in view of the Pahalgam Terror Attack. Additional flights have also been kept on standby to cater to further evacuation of tourists as per the need.

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has spoken to Home Minister Amit Shah over the issue and is monitoring the situation round the clock. He also held an urgent meeting with all airline operators and issued a strong advisory against surge pricing. Airlines have been directed to maintain regular fare levels, ensuring that no passenger is burdened during this sensitive time. He directed all airlines to extend full cooperation for the transportation of deceased individuals to their respective home states.

Meanwhile, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation DGCA has asked the airlines to take swift action to increase flights on routes from Srinagar, as there is a surge in demand from stranded tourists looking to return home.

In an advisory, the aviation regulator called for uninterrupted connectivity from Srinagar across the country to facilitate the evacuation of stranded travellers. It has also asked airlines to waive cancellation and rescheduling charges and to extend all possible assistance to affected passengers.