Ahmedabad: Flight disruptions to Gulf destinations intensified on Monday, with 23 arrivals and departures cancelled at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International (SVPI) Airport, affecting both outbound and inbound passengers. Airport officials said the cancellations were linked to airspace restrictions and operational uncertainties in parts of West Asia.On average, nearly 40 flights operate weekly between Ahmedabad and Gulf countries, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Muscat, Jeddah and Doha, making the region one of the busiest international corridors from the city. With services temporarily hit, several passengers either deferred travel or explored alternate routes.Airport authorities set up help desks at Terminals 1 and 2 to assist affected passengers with rebooking, refunds and advisory updates. Airlines also set up their own help desks at the city airport. Officials said airlines are coordinating with travellers directly through SMS and email alerts.Travel operators in the city reported a visible slowdown in fresh bookings.“Many customers are putting their plans on hold, and some are cancelling travel to Dubai and other Gulf destinations for now,” said Ankit Bajaj, a city-based travel company owner. “There is uncertainty around return schedules, so families and leisure travellers especially are choosing to wait.”
