Omicron Effect: Foreign Flights Won't Resume On Dec 15, Decision Later

The resumption of commercial international flights -- tentatively scheduled for December 15 -- is likely to be postponed, with the authorities appearing ready to hit the brakes in view of the emergence of the new Covid variant Omicron.

A note from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation today read: "In view of the merging global scenario... the situation is being watched closely in consultation with all stakeholders and an appropriate decision indicating the effective date of resumption of scheduled commercial international passenger services shall be notified in due course".