Archive · 14 Jan 2026
Author Accuses IndiGo of Mistreating Daughter
A famous author named Neelesh Misra is upset because an IndiGo Airlines worker was mean to his 10-year-old daughter, Vaidehi, who was traveling alone.
The worker said mean things like 'This girl is getting on my nerves' and 'Don't you have eyes?
Go, go eat!
Go and miss your flight!'
even after Neelesh called to talk to the worker.
Neelesh is very disappointed and thinks IndiGo should be ashamed.
IndiGo says they took care of Vaidehi and followed all the rules for kids traveling alone.
Many people online are upset and think the worker's behavior was not okay.
Author-lyricist Neelesh Misra accused IndiGo Airlines of mistreating his 10-year-old daughter Vaidehi during her solo flight from Lucknow to Goa.
Misra shared on X that an IndiGo staffer allegedly made rude comments to his daughter, including 'This girl is getting on my nerves' and 'Don't you have eyes?'
Despite Misra's intervention via phone, the staffer reportedly continued her attitude.
Misra expressed his disappointment, stating that he had witnessed IndiGo's arrogance towards adults and now towards a child.
IndiGo responded, assuring Misra that they are reviewing the matter on priority and asserting that the child was cared for and assisted throughout her journey.
- Who
- Neelesh Misra and his 10-year-old daughter Vaidehi Misra
- What
- Alleged mistreatment of Vaidehi Misra by an IndiGo staffer
- When
- January 13, 2026
- Where
- On an IndiGo flight from Lucknow to Goa
- Why
- The staffer was allegedly rude and dismissive towards the child, while IndiGo claims the staffer was courteous and followed protocols
Neelesh Misra's Perspective
IndiGo's Perspective
Behavior of the Staffer
Neelesh Misra's Perspective
The staffer was rude and dismissive, making comments like 'This girl is getting on my nerves' and 'Don't you have eyes?'
IndiGo's Perspective
The staffer was courteous, attentive, and supportive, following all unaccompanied minor protocols
Incident Details
Neelesh Misra's Perspective
The staffer's behavior was humiliating and reflected the airline's arrogance
IndiGo's Perspective
The child was cared for and assisted throughout her journey, with staff waiting patiently and ensuring she boarded the flight
- Author
- Neelesh Misra
- Daughter's Name
- Vaidehi Misra
- Flight Route
- Lucknow to Goa
- Airline
- IndiGo
- Incident Date
- January 13, 2026
- Author's Profession
- Author-Lyricist
- Airline Response
- Reviewing the matter on priority and asserting the child was cared for
Sources
'Be Ashamed, IndiGo': Author Neelesh Misra Blasts Airline For Mistreating 10-Year-Old Daughter On Flight
‘Your detailed account does not…’: Author Neelesh Misra hits back at IndiGo over alleged mistreatment of his daughter
