Operation Sindoor: Ixigo joins the 'boycott' Turkey, China and Azerbaijan; CEO Aloke Bajpai says ...

Ixigo has suspended all travel bookings to Turkey, China and Azerbaijan after their anti-India stand in the ongoing conflict between India and Pakistan. This announcement from the online travel agency follows Cox & Kings’ temporary pause on all new travel offerings to Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan and Turkey as well as important travel advisory from EaseMyTrip.In a post on X, Aloke Bajpai, chairman, managing director and Group CEO of ixigo, took to X to make the announcement.“Enough is Enough! Blood and Bookings wont flow together. We are suspending all flight and hotel bookings for Turkey, China and Azerbaijan on ixigo,” he said.Ixigo main X handle and Instagram followed with another official confirmation on suspension of hotels, flight and other bookings.“In solidarity with our nation, ixigo is suspending flight and hotel bookings for Turkey, Azerbaijan, and China. Because when it comes to Bharat, we don't think twice.Jai Hind,” it said in posts on X and Instagram.Previously, both the online travel agencies said that they are suspending hotels and travel bookings. “In light of recent developments, we have decided to pause all new travel offerings to Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Turkey. This decision is driven by our commitment to uphold principles that matter deeply to us and the people of our country. We also advise Indian travellers to exercise discretion and avoid any non-essential travel to these destinations until there is greater clarity and alignment in the broader geopolitical environment," said Karan Agarwal, Director, Cox & Kings.“Travel Advisory!!! Following the Pahalgam attack and escalating tensions between India & Pakistan, travellers are urged to stay aware. As Turkey & Azerbaijan have shown support for Pakistan, we strongly recommend visiting only if absolutely necessary. Stay informed. Travel responsibly. #TravelUpdate #EaseMyTrip,” the company said in a post on social media platform Twitter.