Operation Sindoor: IndiGo, SpiceJet, Akasa Air Flights Impacted. Check Out Official Advisories

Ripple effects from the heightened tensions are already being felt by travellers, as airspace restrictions have led to multiple flight cancellations

Major Indian carriers including IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Akasa Air have all issued advisories to their customers.

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Operation Sindoor: India’s military has launched a swift and significant cross-border operation, dubbed ‘Operation Sindoor’, in response to the recent terror strike in Pahalgam. While the full scope of the overnight offensive remains undisclosed, its impact is already being felt both geopolitically and domestically, with commercial air travel facing widespread disruptions across northern India.

Precision Strikes Stir High Anticipation

Carried out overnight, the precision strikes were aimed at terror infrastructure across the Line of Control. The government has so far refrained from sharing operational details, heightening suspense ahead of the 10 am media briefing, which is expected to shed light on the military action and the government’s strategic objectives.

With the incident coming on the heels of the deadly Pahalgam attack, the timing and execution of the strikes suggest a calibrated response aimed at both neutralising militant capabilities and sending a firm message across the border. The lack of early specifics has only added to the gravity of the upcoming press meet.

Airlines Issue Urgent Advisories

Meanwhile, ripple effects from the heightened tensions are already being felt by travellers, as airspace restrictions have led to multiple flight cancellations and delays. Major Indian carriers including IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Akasa Air have all issued advisories to their customers.

IndiGo posted an update on X, stating:

#6ETravelAdvisory: Due to changing airspace conditions in the region, our flights to and from #Srinagar, #Jammu, #Amritsar, #Leh, #Chandigarh and #Dharamshala are impacted. We request you to check your flight status at https://t.co/CjwsVzFov0 before reaching the airport.

— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) May 6, 2025

SpiceJet also addressed affected flyers through a tweet:

#TravelUpdate: The affected passengers can opt for a full refund or an alternate flight (as per availability) through https://t.co/Qu3bOTyk2z or via our 24/7 customer care helpline +91 (0)124 4983410/+91 (0)124 7101600. https://t.co/EK1LYbgSGL

— SpiceJet (@flyspicejet) May 7, 2025

Akasa Air confirmed the complete closure of operations at Srinagar Airport:

#TravelUpdate: Due to the prevailing situation in the region, Srinagar airport has been closed for civil operations. As a result, our flights to and from Srinagar have been cancelled.

We request you to check the flight status https://t.co/mnYEbc6sXy before commencing your…

— Akasa Air (@AkasaAir) May 7, 2025

Eyes on Government’s Next Move

With ground realities shifting rapidly, ABP Live is closely tracking not only updates from the Defence Ministry but also civilian impact, particularly in sensitive border states. The government's silence so far on tactical specifics is being interpreted as a deliberate strategy to maintain operational security while diplomatic backchannels remain in play.

This morning's press conference is expected to define the contours of India's evolving national security posture and provide clarity on how the government intends to manage both the military and humanitarian fallout from Operation Sindoor.

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