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From The New Indian Express

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No plans to return to India market: AirAsia co-founder

No plans to return to India market: AirAsia co-founder

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The Supreme Court warned passengers to avoid flying after reporting air fares had risen by 700%, urging a boycott of flights. Meanwhile, airlines at Mumbai airport have asked the civil aviation ministry to intervene over proposed capacity reductions and a shift of international flights to Navi Mumbai International Airport. In a separate statement, AirAsia co‑founder Tony Fernandes said the company will not re‑enter India’s domestic market, arguing the sector is already well served, though he noted India remains an important market for the airline.

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    AirAsia co-founder Tony Fernandes has ruled out a return to India's domestic aviation market, saying the country is already well served by airlines. However, he said India remains an important market for the company, which currently flies to 20 destinations in the country. Speaking to Rakesh Kumar…

    — The New Indian Express

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AirAsia co-founder Tony Fernandes has ruled out a return to India's domestic aviation market, saying the country is already well served by airlines. However, he said India remains an important market for the company, which currently flies to 20 destinations in the country. Speaking to Rakesh Kumar…

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