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India’s leading airlines—Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet—have opposed the government’s directive mandating 60% of seats be offered without selection charges. Airlines warn that the move could backfire, leading to higher ticket prices as they try to offset lost ancillary revenue.
The government, through aviation regulators, has proposed a passenger-friendly rule requiring airlines to: Offer at least 60% of seats without extra seat selection charges Ensure passengers on the same booking (PNR) sit together The goal is to reduce hidden fees and improve passenger experience, especially for families. However, airlines argue that this move interferes with market-driven pricing models and limits their flexibility.
