Air India Afloat Despite 'crippling Effect' Of Covid-19, Says Rajiv Bansal

Air India chief Rajiv Bansal on Thursday said that while the "crippling effect" of the novel coronavirus has put the airline's finances in a "precarious" position, it has managed to keep afloat. Bansal, in a message on Thursday, also assured the employees of providing all the "essential armoury" in carrying out evacuations and running chartered flights amid the pandemic. "Air India had been passing through a critical financial condition much before the Covid-19 onslaught. The crippling effect of the pandemic, especially in the aviation sector, has further put our finances in a precarious position. In spite of this, your airline has left no stone unturned to continue to remain afloat," Bansal said in a message to Air India employees on Thursday. ALSO READ: Singapore Airlines offers full refund, bonus credit for cancelled flights Reminding the employees that the organisation is with them during these trying times, he said, their safety and health are as important to the company as of its passengers. "We are leaving no stone unturned to ensure you get all the essential armoury to fight this war.

Our dedicated medical services team members are available round the clock for any consultation, advice or emergency. We are doing everything possible to minimise risk factors," Bansal said.