Supreme Court to Review Plea Against Unpredictable Air Ticket Costs
What Happened
The Supreme Court will hear a PIL on September 7 seeking regulatory guidelines to curb sharp and unpredictable fluctuations in airfares and ancillary charges imposed by private airlines. The petitioner has asked for an independent regulator to ensure transparency and passenger protection. The Centre informed the court that it is fast-tracking rules under the Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam, 2024, with the new framework expected to be finalized soon.
Key Takeaways
The case could influence how airfares are regulated in India, especially during peak travel periods when passengers often face steep fare hikes. The court's hearing comes as the government works on new aviation rules aimed at modernizing the sector and strengthening consumer safeguards.