AAP MP Raghav Chadha in parliament raised challenge of overpriced meals at airports
New Delhi:
Aam Aadmi Celebration (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha stated his efforts have led to reducing of meals and water costs at airports after the federal government launched inexpensive Udaan Yatri Cafe. Mr Chadha had in parliament raised the problem of overpriced meals and drinks at airports, prompting the federal government to launch the Udaan Yatri Cafe, Mr Chadha stated in an announcement.
The primary Udaan Yatri Cafe has been launched at Kolkata airport, providing water, tea, and snacks at affordable costs.
Mr Chadha reminded the federal government of its promise to make air journey inexpensive, highlighting that rising prices have made it difficult for the widespread individuals to fly.
“Glad to see the change brewing! After I highlighted the problem of meals affordability at airports throughout this Winter Session of Parliament, tea costs at Kolkata Airport have been decreased. It is a win for us residents, and I take delight in being the catalyst for this alteration. Hope extra airports will observe this instance and worth meals objects extra fairly. Which points ought to I elevate within the subsequent session?” the AAP MP stated in a publish on X.
Glad to see the change brewing! After I highlighted the problem of meals affordability at airports throughout this Winter Session of Parliament, tea costs at Kolkata Airport have been decreased. It is a win for us residents, and I take delight in being the catalyst for this alteration. Hope… https://t.co/8k7RnKBvzUpic.twitter.com/hi3iMng46J
— Raghav Chadha (@raghav_chadha) December 22, 2024
The Civil Aviation Ministry introduced the launch of ‘Udaan Yatri Cafe’ at Kolkata’s Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Worldwide Airport as a pilot mission. If profitable, will probably be prolonged to different airports managed by the Airports Authority of India (AAI).
In his parliamentary speech, Mr Chadha highlighted the plight of passengers compelled to pay inflated costs for meals and drinks at airports.
“A water bottle prices Rs 100, and tea is priced at Rs 200-250. Cannot the federal government set up inexpensive canteens at airports?” he stated.
He additionally criticised the poor administration of airports, which he likened to bus stands on account of lengthy queues, overcrowding, and disorganisation.
Mr Chadha’s speech acquired widespread reward on social media, with many hailing it as a voice for the widespread man, the AAP stated.
Konchok Stanzin, a counselor from Ladakh’s Chushul, supported Mr Chadha’s assertion, stating challenges confronted by Ladakhis on account of costly air journey, particularly throughout winter when they’re reduce off from the remainder of the nation.
Whereas discussing the Indian Aviation Invoice 2024, Mr Chadha stated, “The federal government promised that individuals in slippers would fly, however now even these carrying Bata sneakers cannot afford air journey.”
He famous a pointy rise in airfares over the previous 12 months, burdening the widespread individuals. For example, Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Patna routes now price Rs 10,000 to Rs 14,500.