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IndiGo Dominance Sparks Flight Chaos
8 Dec
Summary
- IndiGo's 63% market share led to widespread flight cancellations.
- Nearly 2,000 IndiGo flights were disrupted between December 2-6.
- IndiGo and Air India together control 92% of India's aviation market.
Recent widespread cancellations by IndiGo, affecting nearly 2,000 flights from December 2 to 6, have intensified discussions surrounding the adverse effects of monopolies within India's aviation industry. IndiGo, holding a commanding 63% of the market, encountered significant hurdles in complying with updated flight duty regulations, leading to extensive disruptions.
This period of chaos has brought IndiGo's substantial influence and the broader challenges faced by aviation companies into sharp focus. Currently, IndiGo and Air India, including its subsidiary Air India Express, collectively manage approximately 92% of the domestic aviation market share.
IndiGo's market ascendancy, driven by its consistent on-time performance and competitive pricing, has seen its share grow from 40% in 2016 to its current dominant position, with Air India holding a distant second at nearly 27%. The Indian aviation sector has a history of instability, with numerous airlines like Air Sahara and Kingfisher Airlines ceasing operations due to intense competition and financial difficulties.
