India’s aviation market has grown fast, making the country the third-largest domestic air market globally. The number of airports grew from 74 in 2014 to 163 in 2025, with plans to reach 350–400 by 2047. Yet, the number of airlines has shrunk, leaving IndiGo as the dominant player with 65% market share, followed by Air India Group at 26% and Akasa Air at 5%. Several airlines including Jet Airways and Go First collapsed, boosting IndiGo’s dominance. Recently, IndiGo faced mass flight cancellations causing widespread disruption. Regulators said IndiGo failed to manage aircraft and crew effectively. They plan to cut IndiGo’s winter schedule by at least 10% and may issue a fresh show-cause notice. Civil Aviation Minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu warned of “very, very strict action” to set an example. New Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) rules now require pilots to rest 48 hours weekly and limit night landings, aiming to improve safety. IndiGo denies the crisis was deliberate and says operations are stabilizing with over 2,050 flights running daily. Financially, IndiGo earned ₹7,253 crore profit in FY 2024–25, while Air India and others reported losses. IndiGo plans major growth with 500 new Airbus A320s arriving between 2030-2035. This episode highlights challenges in balancing rapid aviation growth with safety and competition in India’s fast-changing market.