AIR travellers from Mahakoshal and Vindhya regions have been hit by reports that IndiGo will withdraw its sole direct flight between Jabalpur and Indore from October 25 as part of its winter schedule. The 1 hour 40 minute flight, operated as 6E 7315/6E 7316 with ATR-72 aircraft, is the fastest link between the two commercial hubs. Its reported suspension would force passengers from Jabalpur, Katni, Narsinghpur, Mandla, Shahpura, Satna and Rewa to endure a 10- 12 hour road journey. Traders, students, patients and daily commuters called it their most convenient lifeline, and news of its closure without an alternative has sparked sharp resentment.

 

Local groups are demanding that the service be retained. As of IndiGo’s published schedule checked on Thursday, both flights are still listed beyond October 25, but with revised timings, Jabalpur to Indore at 19:50 hrs and Indore to Jabalpur at 06:55 hrs effective from October 25. No official cancellation notice has been issued by IndiGo or Dumna Airport as of Thursday evening. Passengers are advised to verify booking status on indigo.in before travel, while aviation sources indicate the final winter schedule may see minor time changes, not a full withdrawal.