The DGCA has fined Akasa Air Rs 10 lakh for failing to compensate passengers denied boarding on a Bangalore-Pune flight in September due to unserviceable seats. Compensation was initiated only after regulatory intervention.

The DGCA has imposed a Rs 10 lakh fine on Akasa Air for denying boarding to seven passengers on a Bengaluru-Pune flight in September and failing to provide required compensation

DGCA fines Akasa Air Rs 10 lakh for denying boarding to passengers, highlighting importance of compliance with regulations.

In response to the DGCA's order dated December 24, 2024, a spokesperson for Akasa Air stated that they are cooperating with the regulator to address the issue and improve their protocols.

This is not the airline's first run-in with the regulator. In October, the DGCA imposed a Rs 30 lakh fine on Akasa Air for lapses in pilot training

DGCA on Tuesday imposed a fine of ₹10 lakh on Akasa Air for refusing boarding to seven passengers on a Bengaluru-Pune flight

DGCA has slapped a Rs 10 lakh penalty on Akasa Air for failing to provide compensation on time to some passengers who were denied boarding at the Bangalore airport in September, according to a source.