Major airlines operating in and out of Kolkata Airport are advising passengers to prepare for potential travel disruptions due to the 12-hour bandh (general strike) in West Bengal scheduled for today. IndiGo, Vistara, and SpiceJet have issued advisories highlighting the possibility of road blockages, diversions, and traffic congestion, which could significantly impact travel times to the airport.
In their advisories, the airlines are urging passengers to plan their journeys with ample extra travel time to ensure they reach the airport on time. They have also encouraged passengers to monitor flight status updates on their respective airline websites and mobile apps.
IndiGo’s advisory states, “Customers who have their travel planned from #Kolkata, may experience road blockages and diversions en route the airport. Please plan your journey with extra travel time to ensure a smooth trip. Do keep a tab on your flight status too.” Vistara similarly advised, “Traffic congestion and slow vehicle movement are expected enroute to Kolkata Airport on August 28th. Customers are advised to allow more time for their journey to the airport.” SpiceJet’s advisory emphasized, “Local transport in West Bengal may be disrupted as a result of the #BanglaBandh declared for tomorrow, 28th Aug’24. Passengers are advised to monitor their local traffic conditions and keep a check on flight status”
The bandh, a form of protest, is expected to impact transportation across the state. Passengers planning to travel through Kolkata Airport are advised to stay informed about the situation and factor in potential delays in their travel arrangements.
