Cruising ahead on its strategy to liberalise air links with the rest of the world, India is now considering a near Open-Sky arrangement with the European Union.
Under this arrangement, airlines from EU member nations will be allowed to operate flights to India from any of the 25 EU nations regardless of the carrier's country of origin.
"We have received a request for a more liberalised air services agreement with the whole of EU. India is currently examining the proposal," a senior government official told ToI.
The move comes in the wake of a EU decision that allows airlines from its member nations free access to the EU skies and beyond, subject to permission from non-member nations.
"This would further improve air connectivity between India and EU nations, besides increasing competition which would be beneficial for travellers. We are examining the proposal and its impact on India.
India will take a decision on the matter after detailed studies," an official said. Officials said the arrangement would be allowed only on reciprocal basis, with designated Indian carriers being permitted similar unlimited access to EU member nations."
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