SpiceJet to Operate Seven Special Flights from Fujairah to India on March 15-16

SpiceJet Operates Special Flights for Indian Nationals Amid West Asia Conflict

SpiceJet, a major Indian airline, has been operating a series of special flights from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to facilitate travel for Indian nationals in the wake of escalating tensions in West Asia.

On March 15, the airline operated three special flights from Fujairah to India, with two flights connecting Fujairah with Delhi and one operating from Fujairah to Mumbai. Additionally, a special flight from Dubai to Pune was also operated to assist passengers looking to travel to India.

On March 16, SpiceJet will operate four special flights from Fujairah to India and one additional flight from Dubai to India. The airline has been coordinating with airport authorities and other stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and passenger handling for these special services.

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SpiceJet had previously operated eight special flights from the UAE on March 4 to facilitate the return of Indian nationals. These flights operated from Fujairah and provided additional capacity to help stranded passengers return home.

The conflict in West Asia has escalated following strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran, leading to Iranian retaliation that has extended the conflict across the region. The Gulf states are concerned about further escalation and are calling for a quick diplomatic resolution to the crisis.

Regional Instability

The targeting of the UAE, including a drone strike on Fujairah Port on March 11 that triggered a fire, highlights the critical need for regional de-escalation. Experts emphasize that the UAE's strategic importance in regional commerce, diplomacy, and financial flows underscores its importance as a commercial and financial hub rather than a sign of weakness.

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The priority across the Gulf remains de-escalation and diplomacy, as no serious regional actor wants to be drawn into a broader conflict. The wider danger extends beyond the immediate crisis, involving instability in Iraq, Lebanon, Yemen, Sudan, and Somalia.

India's Role

In this context, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is well placed to play an important role, given India's strong relations across the region and the presence of millions of Indians living and working in Gulf countries.