IndiGo starts disciplinary proceedings against technicians who went on mass sick leave

IndiGo has started disciplinary proceedings against the aircraft maintenance technicians who went on mass sick leave during the last five days to protest against low salaries, sources said on Tuesday.

The airline has asked the technicians concerned to report to the airlines doctor, along with necessary medical documents, so that the carrier can verify if they were actually sick, sources mentioned.

In an email sent to one such technician who took sick leave on July 10, IndiGo said that such an absence without any prior notice impacts the operations of the airline.

“Therefore…you are directed to meet our company doctors immediately along with necessary medical documents to substantiate your medical condition,” it mentioned.

The airline did not respond to

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