New Delhi, – In a significant development following the recent ceasefire between India and Pakistan, the Airports Authority of India (AAI), along with other relevant aviation authorities, has issued Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) to initiate the reopening of 32 airports across the northern and western regions of the country. These airports had been temporarily shut for civil aviation amid heightened border tensions.
The announcement follows a relatively calm night across Jammu & Kashmir and along the International Border, marking the first peaceful night since India’s launch of Operation Sindoor on May 7.
“The night remained largely peaceful across Jammu & Kashmir and other areas along the International Border. No incidents have been reported, marking the first calm night in recent days," the Army said in an official statement.
With the de-escalation in hostilities, hopes have risen for the swift resumption of civil air traffic. Earlier on Sunday, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah appealed to the Centre for the urgent reopening of airports, particularly to facilitate delayed Haj travel.
“Now that we have a ceasefire I hope the airports can be reopened quickly & civil flights can resume. We have a backlog of hajis who should have been in Medina by now. I hope the Union Government will move quickly to reopen airspace & enable us to resume Haj flights from Srinagar. @MoCA_GoI @DGCAIndia," he posted on X.
Background: Airport Closures Amid Escalation
In response to rising military tensions, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) had announced the closure of 32 airports, including major facilities in Srinagar and Amritsar, for civilian flight operations. The temporary suspension was implemented from May 9 to May 14, with NOTAMs issued to this effect, citing operational requirements.
“The closure will be effective from May 9, 2025, to May 14, 2025 (which corresponds to 0529 IST on 15th May 2025), due to operational reasons," DGCA stated in its official release.
As diplomatic efforts continue and the ceasefire holds, the aviation sector now looks poised for phased normalization, pending further assessment by national security and civil aviation authorities.
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