IndiGo MD Calls for Tax Cuts, Pilot Rule Review to Lower Fares

Rahul Bhatia, the boss of IndiGo, says the Indian government should cut taxes on flying and make airport fees fairer.

He thinks this will make tickets cheaper and let more people travel.

Bhatia also says the rules that limit how long pilots can fly are too strict and hurt the airline’s ability to compete.

He points out that fuel costs and airport fees have gone up a lot, and airlines have been keeping the extra cost from passengers.

Bhatia says IndiGo is the biggest airline in India but it also flies to many new cities, so it isn’t too big.

He wants the government to look at the new pilot rules and make them more like other countries.

The airline’s report says the new rules caused many flight cancellations last year.

Bhatia wants changes so that flying stays safe but also cheaper for people.