Air India Express waives cargo costs for NGOs sending Assam flood aid

Air India Express on Tuesday announced that it will waive cargo charges for transporting relief materials to flood-affected Assam, as the state continues relief and rehabilitation efforts after one of its worst flood spells this monsoon.

The waiver will apply to relief consignments carried on the airline's flights to Guwahati from Delhi, Bengaluru and Kolkata, the airline said in a statement.

Registered NGOs and recognised relief organisations can send relief material by contacting the airline at relief@airindiaexpress.com or +91 7982118680.


The announcement comes as Assam grapples with widespread devastation caused by floods. The death toll has risen to 68, while more than 4.45 lakh people across six districts remain affected, according to the latest official data. Although floodwaters have begun receding in several areas, authorities have shifted their focus from rescue operations to relief and rehabilitation.

Earlier this week, the Centre announced that a high-level team would visit the state to assess the damage and facilitate assistance, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed the flood situation with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and assured full support for relief and rebuilding efforts.