The Ministry of Civil Aviation is monitoring the evolving West Asia airspace situation, which is affecting air travel between India and the region. Airlines are making operational adjustments to ensure passenger safety and orderly flight operations.
As of March 5, 2026, Indian carriers operated 40 inbound flights from West Asia, carrying 7,205 passengers, bringing the cumulative passenger arrivals to 14,992. For March 6, 2026, 51 flights are planned by Indian carriers, subject to operational feasibility and prevailing conditions.
The Ministry is in continuous communication with airlines, monitoring airfares to prevent undue surges, and coordinating with stakeholders to facilitate passenger movement and minimize disruptions. Passengers are advised to contact their respective airlines for the latest flight schedule updates.
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Ministry of Civil Aviation: The government body responsible for civil aviation policy and regulation in India.
Ministry of Civil Aviation
West Asia Airspace Situation – 51 flights planned
to be operated by Indian carriers today
Posted On: 06 MAR 2026 8:42PM by PIB Delhi
The Ministry of Civil Aviation is closely monitoring the evolving situation in the West Asia affecting air
travel between India and the West Asia region. Airlines are undertaking necessary operational adjustments
in view of the prevailing conditions to ensure passenger safety and orderly conduct of flight operations.
Passenger movement data for 05th March, 2026 shows that a total of 40 inbound flights operated by Indian
carriers arrived in India from the West Asia region, carrying 7,205 passengers taking the cumulative passenger
arrivals to 14,992.
For 06th March 2026, 51 flights are planned to be operated by Indian carriers, subject to operational feasibility and
prevailing conditions.
The Ministry is in continuous touch with airlines and is closely monitoring airfares to ensure that there is
no undue surge in ticket prices during this period.
The Ministry continues to maintain close coordination with airlines and relevant stakeholders and is
monitoring the situation to facilitate passenger movement and minimize disruption. Passengers are advised
to remain in contact with their respective airlines for the latest updates regarding flight schedules. Further
updates will be issued as necessary.
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