Air India to fly decorated soldiers business class

June 04, 2016 09:21

It is the Maharaja's way of saying Jai Jawan. Air India has decided to upgrade gallantry award winners to business class on its domestic flights.

"We have taken this decision with immediate effect for Param Vir Chakra, Mahavir Chakra, Vir Chakra, Ashok Chakra, Kirti Chakra and Shaurya Chakra winners. We are proud of our soldiers and Air India chief Ashwini Lohani felt this is the least we can do to honour them," a senior official said.

To avail of the upgrade, the decorated soldiers will need to submit a copy of their identity card at the check-in counter. This facility will be only for the soldiers and not the family members accompanying them.

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