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Madhya Pradesh Traders Association Demands Cap on Festive Airfares After 10‑Fold Surge
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🗓 03 Nov 2026, 12:36 PM
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The Madhya Pradesh traders body says airline ticket prices have jumped tenfold during the festive season and is urging authorities to impose a fare ceiling.
A traders' association in Madhya Pradesh has raised concerns over a sharp rise in airline ticket prices during the recent festive period, alleging that fares have increased up to ten times the usual rates. The body contends that such a surge places an undue financial burden on travelers, especially those from the state's middle‑income segment.
In response, the association has called on both the state government and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation to introduce a temporary cap on airfares for the duration of the festive season. It argues that a price ceiling would restore affordability and prevent price gouging by carriers.
While the group has not disclosed specific airlines or routes, it indicated that the spike has been observed across major domestic carriers operating from key airports in Madhya Pradesh. The association plans to submit a formal petition to the relevant authorities within the coming days.
The demand comes at a time when the aviation sector is recovering from pandemic‑induced losses, and airlines argue that higher fares reflect increased operational costs and demand surges. No official response from the regulators has been recorded yet.
In response, the association has called on both the state government and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation to introduce a temporary cap on airfares for the duration of the festive season. It argues that a price ceiling would restore affordability and prevent price gouging by carriers.
While the group has not disclosed specific airlines or routes, it indicated that the spike has been observed across major domestic carriers operating from key airports in Madhya Pradesh. The association plans to submit a formal petition to the relevant authorities within the coming days.
The demand comes at a time when the aviation sector is recovering from pandemic‑induced losses, and airlines argue that higher fares reflect increased operational costs and demand surges. No official response from the regulators has been recorded yet.