Hyderabad, July 29 -- Rejecting its offer of a Rs 500 voucher, the Hyderabad District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission-III has directed IndiGo Airlines to pay Rs 35,000 to a passenger whose premium liquor bottle burst on a flight.

In addition, the Commission ordered the airline to pay the complainant compensation for mental agony caused and litigation costs, according to a report by News Meter.

Damage despite warning

The complainant, Vinith, travelled from Delhi to Chennai on an IndiGo flight on September 3, 2025.

Before checking in his baggage, the Yusufguda resident said he had informed the Indigo staff about a premium "White and Blue" liquor bottle worth Rs 35,000. He said he had warned them that it was a fragile item.

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