**IndiGo Airlines Places Passenger on No-Fly List After Assault Incident**
In a recent incident aboard an IndiGo flight from Mumbai to Kolkata, a man was caught on camera slapping a fellow passenger who was experiencing a panic attack. Following the altercation, IndiGo Airlines has placed the assailant on their ‘No Fly List’ and suspended him from all future flights.
The airline released an official statement emphasizing their commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful environment for all passengers. “In line with our commitment to discourage such unruly behavior onboard flights, the individual has been suspended from flying on any IndiGo flights, in accordance with regulatory provisions,” the statement read. IndiGo further asserted that the safety and well-being of customers and crew are their top priorities.
The incident gained significant attention after a video surfaced on social media, showing the accused slapping the distressed passenger. When questioned by other travelers about his actions, he simply stated, “I was having a problem.” Upon landing in Kolkata, the man was handed over to the authorities for further action.
The passenger who suffered the panic attack has been identified as Hussain Ahmed Mazumdar, a resident of Cachar district in Assam. He was scheduled to take a connecting flight to Silchar but has since gone missing from the Kolkata airport. His family, who awaited his arrival, reported that they have been unable to contact him since his phone has been switched off. They have reached out to IndiGo officials for information but have not received satisfactory responses.
Hussain’s family has called for intervention from Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and has filed a report at the Kachiguda police station regarding his disappearance. They last spoke to him after the flight landed, and his sudden absence has raised concerns.
As the situation develops, the airline continues to cooperate with authorities to address the incident and ensure the safety of all passengers.
**FAQ**
*What actions has IndiGo taken regarding the passenger who assaulted another?*
IndiGo Airlines has placed the assailant on their ‘No Fly List’ and suspended him from all future flights to discourage unruly behavior onboard.
