Centre plans Rs 5000 crore airline relief as Hotan route eases Iran war pressure

One route change could cut costs within weeks

With the US-Iran conflict disrupting demand and raising airline operating costs, India’s government is weighing urgent support measures. A Rs 5,000 crore emergency credit line guarantee is being fast-tracked, capped at Rs 1,500 crore per airline. Officials are also looking at route relief options such as China’s Hotan corridor to reduce stress on carriers and keep flights viable.