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EaseMyTrip Runs UAE-India Charter Flights Amid West Asia Conflict

EaseMyTrip has announced special charter flights from Fujairah in the UAE to Delhi and Mumbai to assist Indians returning home amid the West Asian conflict. The flights are operating on a limited-seat, first-come-first-served basis due to the urgent situation. The conflict, involving US, Israeli, and Iranian strikes, has caused significant flight disruptions, with delays reported at Delhi's IGI Airport and cancellations at Kolkata's airport. Authorities are advising passengers to check directly with their airlines for the latest flight updates before heading to airports.

Key Points: Charter Flights from Fujairah to India Amid Conflict

  • Special charter flights from Fujairah
  • Seats limited, first-come-first-served
  • Flight delays at Delhi & Kolkata airports
  • Iran retaliatory strikes widen conflict
  • Global flight disruptions reported
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EaseMyTrip operates special charter flights from Fujairah to India amid West Asian conflict

EaseMyTrip operates special flights from UAE to Delhi & Mumbai to help Indians return home safely amid West Asia tensions causing global flight disruptions.

"Helping Indians Return Home Safely. In this critical time... - EaseMyTrip"

New Delhi, March 3

Travel company EaseMyTrip on Tuesday announced that it is operating special charter flights from Fujairah, a city in the UAE, to Delhi and Mumbai to help Indians return home safely amid the prevailing war situation in parts of the West Asia.

In a post on X, EaseMyTrip said the chartered flights will depart from Fujairah on March 3 between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm.

"Helping Indians Return Home Safely. In this critical time, EaseMyTrip is operating special charter flights today from Fujairah to Delhi and Mumbai," the company stated.

The company added that seats are limited and confirmations will be strictly on a first-come, first-served basis. It also shared contact numbers for passengers seeking urgent travel assistance.

The announcement comes amid heightened tensions in the region, prompting concerns among Indian nationals seeking to return home. Following the US and Israeli strikes, which resulted in the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei and four senior military and security officials, with large explosions reported in Tehran and other major cities.

In response, Iran retaliated by launching ballistic missiles and drones at US assets and allies across the region, including Israel, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Jordan, further widening the conflict in West Asia, which resulted in flight disruptions and cancellations across the globe.

Meanwhile, Several westbound international flights from the IGI Airport were delayed amid the ongoing tensions in West Asia, Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) said.

Delhi Airport issued an update on social media platform X, stating, "Due to the ongoing political situation in the Middle East, several westbound international flights are causing delays or schedule adjustments. Passengers are advised to check the latest flight updates with their respective airlines before travelling to the airport."

Flight operations have also been impacted at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata due to the prevailing war situation.

According to airport officials, Emirates has cancelled four arrivals and four departures scheduled for the day. Passengers have been advised to check with their respective airlines for updated flight information and further assistance. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation as developments continue.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good initiative, but the flights are from Fujairah only. What about Indians stuck in other parts of the UAE or other affected countries? The government should also arrange more special flights.
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Aman W
My cousin is in Dubai and his regular flight was cancelled. He managed to get a seat on one of these charters. A big thank you to the team for arranging this at short notice. Feeling relieved.
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Sarah B
While the effort is commendable, announcing flights for the same evening with limited seats creates a panic situation. Better coordination and advance notice would help people plan better.
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Vikram M
The situation sounds very serious. Praying for the safety of all Indians in the Gulf region. Hope our embassies are also actively helping people. 🙏
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Karthik V
First-come-first-served for something this critical? They should have a proper system to prioritize families, elderly, and those in most urgent need. This just helps those who see the tweet first.
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Nisha Z
This is why we need strong Indian companies with a sense of duty. Meanwhile, flights are getting cancelled in Kolkata and Delhi too. Stay safe everyone, and check your flight status before leaving for the airport.

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