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flag Sitarist Anoushka Shankar blames Air India for damaging her $1.5M sitar despite proper handling fees and case use.

flag Renowned sitarist Anoushka Shankar has criticized Air India after her instrument was damaged during a flight, despite being stored in a special case and paid handling fees. flag She shared a video on Instagram showing visible cracks, expressing shock and disappointment, as this was the first time in 15–17 years her sitar had been harmed, even after numerous flights with other airlines. flag Shankar, daughter of Ravi Shankar, emphasized the instrument’s cultural and personal significance, questioning how such damage occurred without negligence. flag The incident has raised concerns about airline accountability in handling delicate musical instruments.

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