IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet Issue Advisories As Border Tensions Hit Airport Operations In J&K, Punjab

IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet and Akasa Air issued advisories in the wee hours of Wednesday as several airports in northern India will remain closed, amid the escalation of India-Pakistan tensions. In a latest advisory at 5:00 am, IndiGo shared that in view of evolving airspace restrictions, it expects impact on flight schedules. "We sincerely request you to check your flight status before leaving for the airport. In case your flight is cancelled, alternate options and refund claims can be easily managed through our website. We are actively monitoring the developments and will continue to keep you informed," IndiGo Airlines shared. After IndiGo, SpiceJet also shared an advisory on its X profile. "Due to ongoing situation, airports in parts of northern India, including Dharamshala, Leh, Jammu, Srinagar, and Amritsar, are closed until further notice. Departures, arrivals, and consequential flights may be impacted. Passengers are advised to plan their journey accordingly," the airline said. Air India shared an advisory on its X profile as well. "In view of the prevailing situation, Air India has cancelled all its flights to and from the following stations – Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Bhuj, Jamnagar, Chandigarh and Rajkot – till 12 noon on 7 May, pending further updates from authorities," the Airlines wrote.