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October 11, 2007 15:56 IST
Government on Thursday amended a clause that required airlines of Denmark, Norway and Sweden to sign advance agreements with the Indian fliers, and gave them a freedom to fix fares on commercial basis.
Changes in India's air services agreements with these countries were approved by the Cabinet at its meeting chaired by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in New Delhi on Thursday, Information and Broadcasting Minister P R Dasmunsi told reporters.
Earlier, the seat capacity was used to be decided in advance through agreements between the airlines. Now, the requisite article has been amended removing the section that required these agreements to be signed between the designated carriers.
The provision on tariffs has also been amended to make the designated carriers of respective countries free to decide fares based on commercial considerations. Airlines of the three countries would also not be required to file tariffs for air services to India.
Another article on cooperative marketing arrangements would enable designated carriers of the three countries and India to operate code-share flights including those to third countries.
The clauses relating to aviation security have also been re-drafted and a new article on safety provisions introduced.
Dasmunsi said the amendments have the potential to spur greater trade, investment and tourism between these countries and bring the air services agreements in line with global practices.
Airfare for Rs 599 and less!
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