Air India staff asked to say ‘Jai Hind’ after flight announcements

Air India crew have to say “Jai Hind” “with much fervour” after every flight announcement, said an advisory issued by the national carrier on Monday.

The advisory is marked to all crew members of the cash-strapped carrier and is signed by Amitabh Singh, director of operations, Air India.

“With immediate effect, all (crew) are required to announce ‘Jai Hind’ at the end of every announcement after a slight pause and much fervour,” said the advisory.

According to officials, the advisory is a “reminder” to the staff, in line with the “mood of the nation”.