Govt asks airlines to keep 60 per cent seats free of extra charges

Centre tells airlines to keep 60 per cent seats on flights free of charge. REPRESENTATION PIC/ISTOCK

The government on Wednesday said airlines have been asked not to levy additional charges for 60 per cent of seats in a domestic flight from passengers.

Announcing the steps on Wednesday, the ministry said the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has asked airlines to make sure that at least 60 per cent of seats on any flight are allocated free of charge to ensure fair access.

At present, 20 per cent of the seats can be booked free of charge while the rest is paid, according to an airline official.

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