Indian Airlines Cancel 4,335 Flights Amid West Asia Conflict, Aviation Minister Reports

Union Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu informed Parliament that Indian airlines have cancelled 4,335 flights and foreign carriers 1,187 flights due to airspace closures amid the West Asia conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran. The ministry prioritizes safety and maintains close coordination with regional authorities. Despite disruptions, around 219,780 passengers have traveled during this period. Flight operations depend on the reopening of restricted airspace, with ongoing monitoring to facilitate safe and orderly travel.