India’s civil aviation regulator, the DGCA, has issued a warning to IndiGo, the country’s largest domestic airline, following a cargo spillage incident detected after a flight’s arrival. InterGlobe Aviation, the parent company of IndiGo, disclosed that the DGCA found deviations from standard operating procedures, including rules related to the Carriage of Dangerous Goods.
The regulatory authority has instructed InterGlobe Aviation to submit a report outlining corrective actions taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. The cargo spillage was identified after an IndiGo flight landed in January 2026, leading to an audit revealing SOP deviations, prompting the DGCA to issue the warning letter received by the airline on July 8.
Acknowledging a delay in disclosure, InterGlobe Aviation attributed it to internal communication issues rather than intentional oversight. The company clarified that no penalties or sanctions have been imposed, and the warning has not significantly impacted its financials, operations, or activities.
IndiGo’s holding company reported a substantial net loss for Q4 FY26, contrasting with the previous year’s profit, with a marginal 1% increase in revenue from operations.
