Indians Boycott Turkey and Azerbaijan; Over 15,000 Travel Bookings Cancelled

In response to Turkey and Azerbaijan’s support for Pakistan during India’s Operation Sindoor, a wave of public outrage has led to over 15,000 travel bookings to the two countries being cancelled—mostly from Uttar Pradesh. Travel agencies and airlines are reportedly offering full refunds as part of the mass boycott.

EaseMyTrip Chairman Nishant Pitti urged Indians not to travel to countries “that don’t stand with us,” while Dr. Ajay Singh of the Tourist Guide Federation highlighted the strong sense of national unity shown during the military operation. The backlash underscores rising nationalist sentiment and the growing influence of public opinion on international tourism choices.