EaseMyTrip plans Oman-India charter flight for stranded travellers in Gulf, founder Nishant Pitti says
Nishant Pitti, founder and chairman of travel platform EaseMyTrip, announced in a post on X (formerly Twitter) that he plans to operate charter flights from Oman to India to help stranded passengers return home safely.
“If you or someone you know needs help, please join the channel and share this message widely,” Nishant Pitti wrote to X.
He also urged people to join a WhatsApp channel for updates and travel support aimed at helping Indians stranded in the United Arab Emirates.
These efforts come after the situation in the Middle East has become highly tense due to the escalating conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran, which, according to multiple reports, killed Tehran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Hundreds of flight cancellations were witnessed over the weekend in major hubs including Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Muscat. As a result, many Indians are reportedly stranded in conflict-affected countries. Oman has emerged as a critical transit point, with UAE airspace tightly regulated and under pressure.
EaseMyTrip issues travel advice
In a separate post, the travel platform advised international travelers to stay updated on airline schedules and keep travel plans flexible; Because many countries, including Iran and Israel, closed their airspace to civilian flight operations due to military tension between the two countries.
This means passengers transiting through or near affected areas may experience longer flight times, schedule changes or other disruptions; Therefore, monitoring official airline updates and securing flexible bookings is highly recommended by the company.
Which airports were hit hard?
Tens of thousands of passengers have been stranded in the last three days as the US-Iran war escalates, sparking new tensions in parts of the Middle East.
Dubai International Airport, Kuwait’s main airport and Abu Dhabi Airport were among the major airline hubs closed on Saturday after several countries closed their airspace, Mint previously reported.
Tension rises in the US-Israel-Iran conflict
It all started on Saturday when the US and Israel launched joint missile strikes on Iran; Large explosions were reported in Tehran and other major cities. There are also reports of counter-attacks against Israel. MOMENT in question.
In response to the attacks, Iran targeted Israel and US assets in the Gulf countries. While many explosions were heard in Tehran, the capital of Iran, explosions were also reported in many parts of the country.
Meanwhile, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called on world leaders to “act responsibly”, calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities in West Asia and an urgent reduction of tensions. MOMENT reported.
Oman’s foreign minister, who mediates US-Iran talks, also called for a ceasefire in a meeting with his Iranian counterpart on Sunday and said Tehran had expressed its desire to reduce tensions. Hindustan Times report.
