Indigo Crisis: Captain Amit Singh Calls 10% Flight Cut an 'Eyewash' Amid Govt Action

In this special report, a panel of aviation experts discusses the Indian government's decision to cut 10% of Indigo's flight operations following a week of severe disruptions and cancellations in December 2025. Captain Amit Singh argues that the move is an 'eyewash' because airlines typically operate at 90-95% capacity anyway, meaning the cut won't significantly hurt Indigo. Former Joint Secretary Sanath Kaul highlights the lack of independence within the DGCA, calling it a 'subordinate office of the ministry.' Aviation expert Jitendra Bhargava questions the timing of the action, suggesting it is 'too little, too late' and noting that immediate sacking of CEO Pieter Elbers could throw the airline into further turmoil. The discussion also touches on the role of the 'Accountable Manager' versus the CEO and the need for an independent probe into the collusion between regulators and the airline.