Air India and IndiGo have issued advisories warning of potential disruptions to international flights after Pakistan closed its airspace to Indian carriers.
In updates shared on X, both airlines said certain flight schedules may be affected due to rerouting, which could result in longer travel times. Air India specifically noted that services to the United States, Europe, and the Middle East might face delays or changes.
The airlines advised passengers to check their flight status and schedules before heading to the airport. Apologizing for the inconvenience, they assured that efforts are being made to minimize disruptions.
Hours earlier Pakistan shut its airspace to all Indian-owned or operated airlines.
That was after a slew of diplomatic measures by India, including suspension of visas and the Indus Waters Treaty, as the first set of retaliatory measures for the Pahalgam terror attack. On suspension of the treaty - under which Pak receives an estimated 80 per cent of its riverine water supply - Islamabad said any attempt to "usurp" its rights would be seen as "an act of war".
Twenty-six people, including civilians and tourists, were killed in the Tuesday afternoon attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam. The attack was the worst on civilians in the past several years.
