Flight operations by Indian carriers to and from Riyadh have resumed from today. In a statement, the Ministry of Civil Aviation said it is closely monitoring the evolving situation in the West Asia region and its impact on air travel between India and Gulf countries in the region.
The Ministry said that on the first day of resumption, three services are being operated to Mumbai by Air India and IndiGo and one service to Calicut by Air India Express, thereby restoring important air connectivity between India and Riyadh in Saudi Arabia.
It said airlines are undertaking necessary operational adjustments in view of the prevailing conditions to ensure passenger safety and the orderly conduct of flight operations.
It added that Indian carriers have scheduled 57 inbound flights today from various cities in West Asia, including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Fujairah, Jeddah, Muscat, Ras Al Khaimah, Riyadh and Sharjah, subject to operational feasibility and prevailing conditions.
The Ministry said that airfares are also being closely monitored to ensure that ticket prices remain reasonable and that there is no undue surge during this period. Passengers have been advised to remain in contact with their respective airlines for the latest updates regarding flight schedules and travel arrangements.