The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has increased its scrutiny of airfares ahead of the festive season and asked airlines to put more flights into service to manage the rise in passenger numbers and avoid steep fare hikes.

After the review, several airlines confirmed they would expand capacity to meet the growing demand. IndiGo, India’s largest carrier, said it will operate about 730 extra flights across 42 routes during the festive period. Air India and Air India Express have together added approximately 486 flights across 20 sectors, while SpiceJet plans to run about 546 additional flights covering 38 sectors.

Officials said the additional capacity will primarily cover high-demand routes connecting major metros and tier-II cities, ensuring travellers have more options duri

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