IndiGo rejects ‘fabricated’ claims on sindoor, tilak ban amid dress code row : Indian Aviation NewsAviation India

Sunday, April 26, 2026

IndiGo rejects ‘fabricated’ claims on sindoor, tilak ban amid dress code row

IndiGo on Saturday denied allegations that it prohibits employees from wearing religious markers such as sindoor and tilak, stating that documents circulating on social media regarding its grooming policy are incorrect and fabricated.

The controversy gained traction after a user on X shared screenshots purportedly from the airline’s grooming handbook. The documents appeared to suggest a ban on items including tilak, sindoor, mangalsutra and kalawa, while allowing other religious markers such as the hijab and turban, triggering widespread debate online.

Responding to the claims, a spokesperson for IndiGo spoke to Mint that the airline urges the public to exercise caution and avoid sharing unverified or fabricated documents.

The airline stated that its policies, particularly those governing cabin crew and pilots, are aligned with global best practices and are designed with the primary objective of ensuring operational safety as well as the well-being of crew and customers onboard. It further stated that it remains committed to fostering an inclusive workplace, while prioritising the safety and welfare of employees and passengers.

The episode comes amid a broader debate on workplace dress codes in India, which intensified earlier this month following a separate controversy involving Lenskart. 

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