Srinagar, May 23 -- The airspace closure, initially enforced on April 30 as part of several punitive measures following the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, was originally scheduled to expire on May 23 (Saturday).

Union Minister of Civil Aviation Ram Mohan Naidu stated, "As we move forward, we are going to take guidance from the security agencies in this regard. This is not just a decision that the Ministry of Civil Aviation is making single-handedly. This concerns the nation."

As per the latest NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) issued on Friday, Indian airspace will remain closed to aircraft registered in Pakistan, as well as planes that are operated, owned, or leased by Pakistan-based airlines and aviation operatorsuntil June 23, ...