IndiGo returns to near-normal operations with 2,050 flights
What's the story
IndiGo, India's largest airline, has returned to normal operations after a period of major disruption. The airline operated over 2,050 flights on Friday and is expected to maintain a similar number today. "All our 138 operational destinations are connected," the company said in a post on social media platform X. IndiGo has also announced that it will compensate affected passengers with an estimated ₹500 crore for last-minute flight cancellations within 24 hours of departure and for those severely stranded.
Progress report
IndiGo's operational performance improves over the week
IndiGo's operational performance has improved steadily over the past week. The airline operated over 1,700 flights on December 8 with one cancellation. This number increased to over 1,800 on December 9 and more than 1,900 services on December 10 with two cancellations. On December 11, it flew over 1,950 services with four cancellations before crossing the mark of over 2,050 flights on December 12 with just two cancellations.
Misinformation alert
IndiGo urges passengers to rely on official updates
IndiGo has urged its passengers to rely only on official updates amid reports of widespread cancellations circulating online. The airline also requested all its airport partners to display the new flight schedules for the adjusted network on terminal screens to avoid confusion. An IndiGo spokesperson said, "We continue to uphold the integrity of our revised flight schedule and strongly urge our passengers not to be misled by any false information about mass cancellations across our network."
Compensation details
IndiGo's compensation plan for affected passengers
IndiGo has promised a structured compensation program starting in January 2026. The airline said most refunds have already been processed and the remaining ones will be credited shortly. It is also identifying flights where passengers were stranded at airports on December 3-5 due to severe operational disruption. IndiGo has offered affected passengers ₹10,000 travel vouchers, valid for 12 months, in addition to mandatory compensation of ₹5,000-₹10,000 under government rules for last-minute flight cancellations.