It comes after both nations publicly backed Pakistan in the ongoing war with India, particularly during ‘Operation Sindoor’.
Major travel agencies have suspended all packages to Turkey and Azerbaijan in a firm retaliation for their backing of Pakistan in the ongoing conflict.
This comes after both nations publicly backed Pakistan in the ongoing war with India, particularly during ‘Operation Sindoor’ that attacked terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
Bookings to Turkey and Azerbaijan have been completely suspended by EaseMyTrip, Cox & Kings, and Travomint, in line with national opinion and reflecting mounting concerns about safety and diplomatic ramifications.
The ruling represents a larger change in the sector, as companies are becoming more conscious of their global operations and how they affect domestic interests.
“We have decided to pause all new travel offerings to Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Turkey in light of recent developments,” said Karan Agarwal, Director of Cox & Kings. Our dedication to upholding values that are important to us and the citizens of our nation is what motivates us to make this decision.
Additionally, he suggested that Indian tourists stay away from these locations till the situation is more apparent.
Nishant Pitti, the chairman and founder of EaseMyTrip, emphasized the significance of traveler safety in these unsettling times.
“Very worried about the latest events. Travelers’ safety is our first concern at EaseMyTrip. Before making travel plans to hazardous areas, we urge all of our clients to use extreme caution and be abreast of government travel advisories,” he stated.
Soon after, Travomint joined the movement. CEO Alok K. Singh affirmed the company’s position, saying, “We at Travomint have taken a firm and responsible stand due to the escalating tensions with Pakistan and countries like Turkey and Azerbaijan supporting it.”
“We have decided to support the Indians’ call for boycotting Turkey and Azerbaijan,” Singh said.
Following India’s retaliatory strikes at terror sites, Turkey and Azerbaijan also declared solidarity with Pakistan, which prompted this round of action.
In a statement, the Azerbaijani government denounced India’s military action, voiced worry about civilian losses, and called for a diplomatic settlement.
In a same vein, the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs cautioned about the possibility of full-scale conflict and called India’s attack a “provocative” move. India has discovered that Pakistan is using Asisguard Songar drones, which are manufactured in Turkey.
