Question : AIR FREIGHT CHARGES



(a) whether the Government is aware that due to the differences in air freight charges, certain agricultural products of India are to be priced at a higher level as compared to the same products being exported by neighbouring countries of the continent;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether the Government has any proposal to revise these rates;

(d) if so, the details thereof; and

(e) the time by which it is likely to be implemented?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF CIVIL AVIATION ( SHRI PRAFUL PATEL )

(a), (b), (c), (d) & (e): Government does not regulate the air freight charges. In competitive environment, Air operators charge rates as per demand and supply situation.