Second wave: Airlines, DGCA help staff fight anxiety, fear

Restrictions on domestic and international travel due the Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdowns have resulted in massive job losses, pay cuts and furloughs in the domestic aviation industry over the past 14 months, leading to increased stress for airlines and employees.

While air crew are stressed and suffer from anxiety, ground staff have also reported being stressed due to the present work situation as they have to ensure seamless movement of passengers and cargo. With no escape from work, the country’s aviation regulator and airlines are helping their employees cope with the situation and their fear of getting exposed to the virus.