Milind Deora Urges Stricter No-Fly Rules After Viral IndiGo Flight Incident
Shiv Sena Member of Parliament Milind Deora has called for stricter action against unruly passengers after a video showing a heated argument between passengers on an IndiGo flight went viral on social media. Reacting to the incident, Deora said that India needs to strengthen its no-fly framework and adopt stricter rules similar to those followed by several other countries.
The video, which has been widely shared online, shows passengers involved in a verbal altercation during the flight. Although the exact reason for the argument has not been officially confirmed, the incident has sparked discussions about passenger behaviour and airline safety.
Responding to the viral video through a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Milind Deora said that disruptive behaviour on flights should not be taken lightly. He stressed that airlines and aviation authorities must have stronger legal provisions to deal with passengers who threaten the safety, comfort, or peace of others during a flight.
According to Deora, incidents involving unruly passengers are becoming more common and require a more effective response. He said India should strengthen its no-fly policy in line with international standards, where passengers involved in serious misconduct can face temporary or permanent travel bans.
The no-fly list is a system used by aviation authorities to restrict passengers who engage in violent, abusive, or dangerous behaviour onboard aircraft. Such measures are intended to ensure the safety of passengers, cabin crew, and flight operations.
Aviation experts have also highlighted the importance of maintaining discipline during flights. Any disturbance inside an aircraft can distract cabin crew and, in serious cases, interfere with normal flight operations. For this reason, airlines have strict guidelines for handling disruptive passengers.
Airlines operating in India already have procedures for reporting incidents of passenger misconduct. Depending on the severity of the behaviour, passengers may face warnings, fines, travel restrictions, or legal action under aviation regulations.
The viral IndiGo incident has once again drawn attention to the growing challenge of managing unruly passenger behaviour. Social media users have expressed different opinions, with many supporting stricter punishment for passengers who create disturbances during flights, while others have called for better awareness about proper behaviour while travelling.
India’s aviation sector has witnessed significant growth in recent years, with millions of people choosing air travel every month. As passenger numbers continue to rise, ensuring safety, discipline, and respect among travellers has become increasingly important.
Milind Deora’s remarks have added to the ongoing debate about strengthening aviation safety rules. Many believe that introducing stricter enforcement of no-fly regulations could discourage disruptive behaviour and help create a safer and more comfortable environment for passengers and airline staff.
The incident serves as a reminder that maintaining discipline onboard aircraft is a shared responsibility. Passengers are expected to follow airline instructions, respect fellow travellers, and cooperate with cabin crew to ensure every flight remains safe and peaceful.
Ajeet Yadav is an aviation enthusiast covering airline news, airports, aircraft, and industry developments through well-researched and reliable reporting.
