Air India Express waives cargo charges for Assam flood relief materials

Air India Express on Tuesday, July 28, announced the waiver of cargo charges for transportation of relief materials to Assam in support of the ongoing humanitarian response to the floods that have ravaged the state, an official said.

The initiative aims to facilitate the movement of essential relief supplies by registered NGOs and recognised relief agencies working to support the flood-affected communities, the official stated. At least 68 people have been killed and over 5.24 lakh people continue to remain affected by the deluge this year in Assam.

The eligible consignments may include relief materials such as food and dry rations, drinking water, medicines, hygiene and sanitation kits, clothing, blankets, tarpaulins, and other essential supplies, subject to applicable regulatory requirements and Air India Express' verification and carriage policies, as stated in the official statement.

The waiver will be available on Air India Express flights to Guwahati from Delhi, Bengaluru and Kolkata, respectively. The airline currently operates six daily flights from Delhi, three daily flights from Bengaluru and two daily flights from Kolkata, to Guwahati.

Registered NGOs and recognised relief organisations wishing to dispatch relief material can email the airline, the statement said.