Bangladesh Crisis: Air India, Indigo cancel flights to and from Dhaka amid violent protests

Amid violence in Bangladesh and evolving situation after Sheikh Hasina's exit from the country, Air India on Monday (August 5) announced the cancellation of flight operations to and from Dhaka with immediate effect. It said that it is extending support to the passengers who have confirmed tickets for travel to and from the city.

"In view of the emerging situation in Bangladesh, we have cancelled the scheduled operation of our flights to and from Dhaka with immediate effect. We are continuously monitoring the situation and are extending support to our passengers with confirmed bookings for travel to and from Dhaka with a one-time waiver on rescheduling and cancellation charges. Safety of



our guests and crew remains our foremost priority," Air India posted on X.

Indigo Airlines also issued a travel advisory in view of the political situation in Bangladesh. In an X post, "In view of the ongoing situation in Dhaka, all flights scheduled for tomorrow have unfortunately been cancelled. We understand that this may cause significant inconvenience and disruption to your travel plans and we sincerely regret this development.

Thousands of protesters barged into the Prime Minister's Palace in Dhaka on Monday. PM Sheikh Hasina tendered her resignation moments before it and left for London via India. The protesters entered the rooms of the PM House and stole stuff.