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Vistara Ordered to Pay ₹1 Lakh After Denying Boarding to Judge with Confirmed Ticket
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🗓 17 Jul 2026, 12:04 PM
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The airline Vistara has been directed to pay ₹1 lakh after it denied boarding to a judge who held a confirmed ticket.
Vistara denied boarding to a judge who had a confirmed ticket on a flight, sparking a legal dispute. The judge’s ticket was confirmed, yet the airline refused him a seat, citing overbooking. A court has ruled that Vistara must pay ₹1 lakh in compensation for the denial of boarding. The decision underscores the need for airlines to adhere to booking policies and protect passengers’ rights.