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Indian airlines oppose a new rule mandating 60% of seats be free to select, warning it could raise airfares.
Indian airlines IndiGo, Air India, and SpiceJet, along with the Federation of Indian Airlines, oppose a new government directive requiring at least 60% of seats to be offered for free selection, warning it could lead to higher airfares.
They argue seat selection fees are a key revenue source that helps offset rising operational costs, and eliminating them would force airlines to raise ticket prices across the board.
The industry warns the rule, issued without prior consultation, undermines commercial flexibility and could harm financial stability, particularly for budget travelers.
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has not yet responded publicly.
Las aerolíneas indias se oponen a una nueva regla que exige que el 60% de los asientos sean libres de seleccionar, advirtiendo que podría elevar las tarifas aéreas.