A mid-air scuffle erupted on an Air India Delhi-Lucknow flight between Amethi MLA Rakesh Pratap Singh and passenger Samad Ali over use of abusive language. Cabin crew intervened, and police registered an FIR after Singh lodged a complaint in Lucknow
The impact of this protest has been felt not only nationally but also locally, affecting flights from Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) to various destinations from Tuesday night until Wednesday morning.
Air India Express said the cabin crew of Bahrain-Kozhikode-Kochi flight was apprehended by the Customs sleuths has been placed on suspension with immediate effect.