New Delhi : AAP Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha raised concerns over the steep hike in airfare to Prayagraj. This occurred during the ongoing Maha Kumbh. He called it an exploitation of faith by airlines. Highlighting how ticket prices have surged from Rs. 5,000 to as high as Rs. 60,000, he urged the government to act. The government should either cap flight prices or ensure affordable travel options for devotees attending this sacred event.

Highlighting the sanctity of the Maha Kumbh

AAP Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha expressed deep concern over the exorbitant airfare prices during the ongoing Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, calling it an exploitation of faith by airlines. Highlighting the sanctity of the Maha Kumbh, the AAP MP said, “For Sanatan Dharma followers, the Maha Kumbh is the ultimate celebration of faith and spirituality. After 144 years, devotees from across India and the world are gathering in Prayagraj to bathe, meditate, and engage in spiritual practices during this sacred festival. However, it is shocking that airlines have turned this holy event into a profiteering opportunity.” Drawing attention to the steep hike in airfare, Raghav Chadha added, “Flights to Prayagraj, which normally cost between Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 8,000, are now being sold for an outrageous Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 60,000. This blatant profiteering by airlines is unacceptable and unfair to devotees who simply want to participate in this pious event. On behalf of all pilgrims, I urge the government to intervene and introduce economical flight options to devotees or introduce a price cap for these flights.” Referring to past successes in addressing travel-related issues, Raghav Chadha said, “We raised the issue of overpriced food at airports in the Parliament. The government listened. As a result, ‘Udaan Yatri Cafe’ was introduced for passengers. Similarly, I hope that our appeal today will reach the government. I also hope that airlines will provide reasonably priced flights for pilgrims heading to the Maha Kumbh.”