The Delhi Police has arrested an off-duty Air India Express pilot, identified as Captain Virendra Sejwal, in connection with an alleged assault on a passenger at Delhi airport earlier this month. Dewan claimed that airline staff, including the accused pilot, were cutting ahead in the queue, prompting him to object. Dewan said that the disagreement quickly escalated into a physical altercation, during which he was struck, leaving him injured. Following the incident, Air India Express condemned the behaviour and immediately removed the pilot from all official duties, saying it would take appropriate disciplinary action based on the outcome of inquiries. The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) also ordered a formal investigation into the matter earlier this month.

Source: Indian Express December 30, 2025 12:11 UTC