India, on Monday, announced the reopening of 32 airports that were previously shut amid heightened tensions with neighbouring Pakistan. The move comes after a ceasefire agreement was reached over the weekend, easing weeks of strained relations and disruptions to air travel in the region.

In a statement, the Airports Authority of India confirmed that the airports are now available for immediate use by civil aircraft, signalling a return to normalcy following temporary closures driven by security concerns.

Pakistan had already reopened its airspace on Saturday, paving the way for resumed flight operations across both countries. The coordinated easing of restrictions has been welcomed by airlines and passengers alike.

India’s leading carrier, IndiGo, announced that it will progressively restart operations on the affected routes.

The airspace closures were among several precautionary measures taken during a recent bout of cross-border tensions. The reopening of airports and flight routes marks a step towards de-escalation and the restoration of regular connectivity in the region.

Authorities have yet to release a full timeline for the resumption of all scheduled services, but airlines are expected to update their flight schedules in the coming days.

Melissa Enoch

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