The Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued eight orders to IndiGo following a review of operational disruptions in December 2025. These include financial penalties totaling INR 22.20 crore, a requirement to furnish a INR 50 crore bank guarantee, and a caution to the CEO. The DGCA acknowledged IndiGo’s swift restoration of normal operations.
DGCA Action Following Review
Following a review of operational disruptions that occurred between December 3rd and 5th, 2025, the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued a series of orders to IndiGo.
Key Directives and Penalties
The DGCA’s orders stipulate several actions:
Financial Penalties
A combination of one-time systemic penalties and penalties for continued non-compliance with revised FDTL CAR guidelines totals INR 22.20 crore.
Additionally, IndiGo is required to furnish a Bank Guarantee of INR 50 crore, operating under the IndiGo Systemic Reform Assurance Scheme (ISRAS). Phased release of this guarantee is contingent on DGCA verification of systemic reform measures.
Leadership Caution
A caution has been issued to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) regarding inadequate overall oversight of flight operations.
Other Warnings
Warnings were also issued to the Accountable Manager (Chief Operating Officer) and the Senior Vice President – Operations Control Centre (OCC). Additional warnings were issued to the Deputy Head – Flight Operations, AVP – Crew Resource Planning, and the Director – Flight Operations.
Compliance and Impact
The company acknowledges the orders pertain to non-adherence to directives under Rule 133A of the Aircraft Rules, 1937. IndiGo states that it has already restored normal operations after the December 2025 disruptions and is reviewing the DGCA orders to take any required actions.
Source: BSE
