 "India extends ban on Pakistani aircraft citing post-Sindoor security protocols, issues new Notam")
India has extended its ban on Pakistani aircraft entering Indian airspace until August 23, 2025, citing security reasons. A fresh Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) was issued on Tuesday, regarding the decision.
Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation, Murlidhar Mohol, confirmed the extension on X, stating that it aligns with ongoing strategic and security considerations.
The move comes after Pakistan recently prolonged its own ban on Indian flights through its airspace. The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) announced that the restriction for Indian carriers will remain in effect until 5:19 am (IST) on August 24.
Meanwhile, India has also issued a NOTAM for a major Indian Air Force (IAF) exercise scheduled between July 23 and 25 in Rajasthan, along the India–Pakistan border. The drill will span regions from Barmer to Jodhpur.
The recent NOTAM restricting civilian flights comes in the wake of increased tensions along the India–Pakistan border, following Pakistan’s drone and missile intrusions during Operation Sindoor. The Pakistani attacks had targeted Rajasthan’s border districts — Barmer, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, and Sri Ganganagar.
India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 in response to a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, where 26 civilians were killed by Pakistan-backed terrorists.
A NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) is typically issued to clear specific airspace of civilian aircraft during military operations. Such notices were also issued during previous periods of heightened conflict with Pakistan to prevent any commercial aircraft from entering potential conflict zones — a precaution to avoid civilian casualties during aerial engagements.
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