Commercial international flights to and from India will remain suspended until November 30 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, officials said on Friday.

India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), said the restriction will not be applicable for international all-cargo operations and flights specifically approved by it.

“However, international scheduled flights may be allowed on selected routes by the competent authority on a case-to-case basis,” a circular from the DGCA noted.

The ban on international flights has been repeatedly extended amid restriction measures to curb the spread of COVID-19 in India.

However, Indian authorities have long allowed special international flights and those under bilateral “air bubble” arrangements with countries and regions.

(Xinhua/NAN)