Indian airlines upset due to closure of Pakistan’s airspace! Now the Government of India is looking for this new path, know what is the plan

There may soon be relief news for Indian airlines struggling with the closure of Pakistani airspace. The Indian government is working rapidly on determining alternative air routes for flights going towards western countries. Under this, talks have been going on for the last one year regarding the use of Xinjiang airspace of Bhutan and China, which will reduce both the time and operating expenses of flights.

Understand the whole thing at a glance

• If sources are to be believed, India is looking for an alternative to Pakistan’s airspace.
• If sources are to be believed, the Indian government is considering many options regarding alternative air routes.
• If sources are to be believed, talks are being held on the possibility of alternative air routes over Bhutan.
• Talks also held with China regarding use of Xinjiang’s airspace
• MEA is in touch with Chinese officials in this matter
• Talks regarding alternative air route have been going on for more than a year
• Pakistan’s airspace is closed to Indian aircraft from April 2025
• Due to closure of airspace, flights from western countries have to take longer routes.

Talks are underway between Bhutan and China

Yes, quoting sources it has been said that talks are going on on the possibility of an alternative air route over Bhutan. Along with this, discussions are also being held with China regarding the use of Xinjiang’s airspace. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is in direct contact with Chinese officials in this matter. Sources say that talks regarding this alternative air route have been going on for more than a year.

Pakistan’s airspace closed for Indian aircraft

It is noteworthy that Pakistan’s airspace is closed for Indian aircraft from April 2025. Due to this, flights going towards western countries have to take longer routes, due to which the operational pressure on airlines has increased.

There will be relief if agreement is reached on another route

According to sources, if India gets consent on another air route, it is expected to reduce the operational pressure on Indian airlines. Opening of routes over Bhutan or permission to use China’s Xinjiang airspace may provide an opportunity to Indian aircraft to avoid long and expensive routes.

In simple words, due to Pakistan closing its airspace, Indian flights were having to take long detours, due to which the airlines were spending more money and oil. Now if the talks on the route between China and Bhutan are confirmed, then Pakistan’s bullying will also end and our airlines will also save time and expense.