The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a petition seeking guidelines to curb unpredictable fluctuations in air fares on July 13. The case will be heard by a bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta. The plea is filed by social activist S. Laxminarayanan, who argues that air fare changes can be unpredictable and that the civil aviation sector needs stronger oversight.
In addition to requesting guidelines, the petitioner seeks the creation of an independent regulator for civil aviation. The plea highlights the need for transparency in airfare-related decisions and emphasizes passenger protection. Both sources describe the hearing as focused on establishing measures to address airfare volatility and to ensure that regulatory practices are clear and accountable.
The next development in the matter is the Court’s hearing on July 13, when the petition’s demands—including guidelines and the requirement for an independent regulator—are expected to be considered.
