India Extends Suspension of International Passenger Flights... "Until Year-End"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Yuri Kim] The Indian government announced on the 26th that it will extend the suspension period of scheduled international passenger flights until the end of the year due to the spread of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19).

According to major foreign media, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) of India stated, "The restriction on scheduled international passenger flights will be extended until December 31," adding, "However, some routes selected by the authorities may be allowed to operate."

India suspended scheduled international passenger flights starting March 22. Domestic flights were suspended on March 25 and resumed on May 25. However, the suspension period for international passenger flights has been extended several times. The operation of international cargo flights is not restricted.

On the day, India reported 44,489 new daily confirmed COVID-19 cases, bringing the total to 9,266,705. The total number of deaths reached 135,223. India has the second highest cumulative number of COVID-19 cases in the world, following the United States.

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