Wearing masks on flights not compulsory now: Civil Aviation Ministry
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17 November, 2022 11:26 am IST
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The Government recalled its advisory that made it mandatory to wear masks on flights. The Civil Aviation Ministry, in its notification, said use of masks by national and international passengers was not mandatory now.
The latest advisory has come amid improving Covid pandemic situation. However, the ministry added that passengers should preferably wear masks while travelling.
Airlines have been updated about the latest decision by the ministry that said it is in line with the government's policy of a graded approach to COVID-19 management response.
Till now, the use of masks or face covers while travelling on flights was mandatory.
In a communication to the scheduled airlines, the ministry said the latest decision has been taken in line with the government's policy of a graded approach to COVID-19 management response.
"... the in-flight announcements henceforth may only mention that in view of the threat posed by COVID-19, all passengers should preferably use mask/face covers," the communication said.
It also said that any specific reference to fine/penal action need not be announced as part of the in-flight announcements.
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