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Air India has launched a new 'Basic' fare on select domestic routes that removes complimentary meals from the standard Economy Class package while retaining baggage allowances.
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What
Air India has launched a new 'Basic' fare on select domestic routes that removes complimentary meals from the standard Economy Class package while retaining baggage allowances.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:08:16 GMT · 5h 30m ago
Where
India ·
Why
The 'Basic' fare is designed for travellers who want lower ticket prices and prefer to purchase additional services separately, enabling price-sensitive passengers to avoid paying for services they do not want.
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How this affects you
Air India's introduction of a new 'Basic' fare option on domestic routes represents a shift towards unbundled pricing for Indian domestic services. This change provides consumers with more choice and potentially lower ticket prices by allowing them to opt out of complimentary meals.
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