India, April 9 -- Airlines are increasingly implementing restrictions or outright bans on carrying power banks during flights due to safety concerns. These small, portable battery packs, once vital for travellers needing to charge devices in transit, are now considered a fire risk. The growing caution comes as aviation authorities highlight the dangers of lithium-ion battery malfunctions, which can lead to overheating, fires, or explosions.

Safety concerns have escalated after a few high-profile incidents involving faulty or damaged power banks, prompting stricter policies from airlines. Although rare, these incidents have raised alarms in the aviation industry about the potential hazards in the confined space of an aircraft cabin. As su...