NCP (SP) MP Supriya Sule has appealed to the government and the Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia to assist 41 Indians from Maharashtra’s Bhokardan who are stuck in Riyadh due to a canceled flight to Mumbai. Sule, the NCP Working President and Lok Sabha MP from Baramati, shared the names of the stranded passengers. She urged the Ministry of External Affairs, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and the Indian Embassy in Riyadh to provide urgent help for their return to India promptly.
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh responded swiftly, assuring coordination with Akasa Air to facilitate the stranded passengers’ repatriation. Akasa Air had suspended operations to Riyadh, Doha, and Kuwait until April 12, 2026, citing safety reviews related to the West Asia situation. The airline offered affected passengers a waiver on cancellation and rescheduling fees, allowing them to opt for a full refund or reschedule their travel without extra charges.
In its statement, Akasa Air announced the suspension of flights to/from Doha, Riyadh, and Kuwait until April 12, 2026, with ongoing monitoring of the situation for real-time updates. Passengers affected by the cancellations were advised to contact the airline for refunds or rescheduling options. Akasa Air emphasized its commitment to providing necessary support to passengers affected by the flight disruptions.
