Directorate General of Civil Aviation

Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) announced new passenger-friendly rules allowing travellers to cancel or amend flight tickets free of charge within 48 hours of booking

The agenda centred on fostering historical ties, sharing technical expertise, reviewing recent developments in the air transport market, and exploring ways to meet the expanding expectations of travellers

This move follows concerns raised by the Airline Pilots Association of India (ALPA) regarding inconsistencies between current medical evaluations and international standards

The checks, carried out over the weekend and completed by Wednesday, were part of a broader safety response mandated by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) following recent concerns