Government weighs overhaul of wheelchair access rules at airports | Things to know

New Delhi: With wheelchair requests soaring across Indian airports, sometimes making up nearly a third of passengers on international flights, the government is preparing to revise guidelines to curb misuse and ensure those in genuine need are not left stranded. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is currently finalising a new framework, expected to be rolled out by the end of May, reported Hindustan Times. The move follows mounting concerns from airlines, passenger rights groups, and airport staff over the unsustainable spike in demand, particularly on routes to the US and UK.

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