New Delhi, March 13 -- IndiGo, India's leading airline on Friday announced a fuel charge on domestic and international routes, effective from 00:01 hrs on March 14.
The airline said the fuel charge will come into effect from 00:01 hours on March 14 and will apply to all new bookings across its network. The move follows a steep increase in fuel costs, with industry data indicating that jet fuel prices in the region have risen by more than 85 per cent in recent months.
Aviation turbine fuel constitutes a major component of airlines' operating costs, and the sudden spike in prices has significantly impacted the cost structure and operational planning of carriers, including IndiGo.
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