Passengers traveling between Mumbai and Vadodara faced significant disruption on Saturday as budget carrier IndiGo abruptly cancelled its evening flight on this key sector. The last-minute cancellation left many travelers stranded and scrambling for alternatives.
Flight Details and Official Reason
The affected service was flight number 6E-2168/6E-5138, which operates on the Mumbai–Vadodara–Mumbai route. According to sources at Vadodara Airport, the airline decided to cancel the flight due to operational reasons. The announcement was made on Saturday, impacting all passengers booked on the evening service.
Passenger Inconvenience and Airline Response
IndiGo followed its standard protocol by informing the affected passengers about the flight cancellation. The airline stated that it was exploring alternative arrangements in line with its policy, which typically includes rebooking on the next available flight or offering a refund. However, the sudden nature of the cancellation caused considerable inconvenience, especially for those with time-sensitive commitments.
This incident is not an isolated one. It has once again brought to light the recurring operational disruptions that periodically affect flight services at Vadodara Airport, raising questions about reliability and passenger communication.
Airport Authorities Step In
Officials at Vadodara Airport confirmed they are actively monitoring the situation. They are in close coordination with the airline management to help minimize the disruption for passengers and ensure smoother handling of such cancellations in the future. The focus remains on mitigating passenger distress and improving service resilience.
