New Delhi: The government has started discussions at the "highest level" to put in place a policy on airfares, including possible cap, as concerns persist over steep fluctuations in air ticket prices, especially during peak demand periods.
The latest round of discussions comes close on the heels of parliamentarians raising concerns, in May, over surge in airfares during Jat agitation and natural calamities.
Discussions are underway at the "highest level" on having a policy with respect to airfares, the official added.
When asked whether in principle the ministry has decided to put a cap on airfares, the official did not elaborate but said various aspects are being looked into.
"We are in the process of adopting certain measures to cap ticket price. But we are trying to do it by consensus and not by regulation. Our prime minister also envisions that fares be kept under control," Minister of State for Civil Aviation Mahesh Sharma had said recently.
In May, DGCA chief M Sathiyavathy had said discussions need to be held with airlines before any decision on fixing upper cap on ticket prices.
Responding to concerns expressed by the MPs regarding steep fluctuations in air ticket prices, Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Raju had told the Lok Sabha in May that he would discuss the issue with stakeholders.
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