Imphal, Feb 10, 2026: The Airports Authority of India (AAI), Imphal International Airport, has recommended full refunds for airline tickets cancelled due to the prevailing law-and-order situation along the Imphal–Ukhrul route.
In an official communication dated February 10, the Airport Director of Imphal International Airport informed airlines including IndiGo, Air India Express, SpiceJet, and Alliance Air about the disruption caused by a serious incident of violence and arson at Litan village on the night of February 8, 2026.
According to the letter, the incident led to the closure of the Ukhrul–Imphal highway, severely affecting surface transportation. As a result, several passengers from Ukhrul and nearby areas were unable to reach Imphal International Airport in time to board their scheduled flights.
The AAI stated that it has received multiple requests from affected passengers seeking cancellation and full refund of their air tickets. It noted that the circumstances were unavoidable and beyond the control of the passengers, and that the requests were genuine.
Considering the situation, the AAI strongly recommended that the concerned airlines approve ticket cancellations and grant full refunds as a justified and humanitarian measure.
The communication was issued by Chipemmi Keishing, Airport Director, Imphal International Airport, urging airlines to extend cooperation to passengers affected by the disruption.
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