Over 4,500 Flights Cancelled in a Week as IndiGo’s Operational Turbulence Deepens

IndiGo’s ongoing operational crisis has intensified, with the airline cancelling more than 4,500 flights over the past seven days. The massive disruption has left thousands of passengers stranded across major airports, prompting concerns over crew shortages, scheduling gaps, and the airline’s overall capacity to restore normal operations. As delays and last-minute cancellations continue, aviation authorities are closely monitoring the situation, while passengers await clearer communication and a swift resolution from India’s largest carrier.

IndiGo, India’s largest domestic carrier, is grappling with an unprecedented operational meltdown, having cancelled more than 4,500 flights since last Tuesday. As disruptions stretched into their seventh consecutive day on Monday, nationwide travel chaos showed little sign of easing.

Despite swift intervention from the government and the airline’s rollout of extensive passenger support measures, airports across the country continue to witness severe delays, widespread confusion, and overwhelming crowds. The ongoing crisis has raised concerns about crew availability, scheduling lapses, and IndiGo’s ability to stabilize operations in the coming days.