New Delhi, February 28 The government reviewed the preparedness of aviation stakeholders on Saturday in light of the evolving situation in the Middle East and asked airlines to ensure timely rerouting and diversion of flights wherever required, in accordance with safety protocols.
Multiple airspaces have been closed following the attacks on Iran by Israel and the US.
With Indian airlines suspending their Middle East operations and thousands of passengers facing travel disruptions, civil aviation minister K Rammohan Naidu held a high-level review meeting with the stakeholders.
At the meeting, the ministry instructed airlines to ensure timely rerouting and diversion of flights wherever required, in accordance with safety protocols.
The civil aviation ministry's review meeting focused on ensuring passenger safety, operational continuity, and real-time coordination amid airspace closures in the Middle East, according to an official release.
Airport operators have been asked to enhance coordination with airlines for passenger amenities and crew logistics support.
