The Delhi High Court has granted an interim injunction restraining multiple entities from allegedly impersonating Akasa Air and using its trademarks to run recruitment-related scams. Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora passed the interim order on December 22 on a commercial suit filed by SNV Aviation Private Limited, the operator of Akasa Air, against several entities.

Court Ruling and Legal Grounds

The lawsuit sought a permanent injunction, damages, rendition of accounts, and ancillary reliefs for trademark infringement, passing off, and unfair competition. The court determined that there is a prima facie case in favour of SNV Aviation based on the evidence presented.

"The court, upon consideration of the material on record, is of the opinion that a prima facie case is made out in favour of the plaintiff. The acts of the infringing defendants in approaching unwary members of the public, falsely representing that they are offering employment on behalf of the Plaintiff, and demanding 'process fees' for such employment, when the Plaintiff admittedly follows no such practice clearly amounts to misrepresentation, deception, and passing off," the court stated.

Fraudulent Activities and Trademark Violations

Akasa Air claimed that the defendants approached members of the public via phone and email, falsely identifying themselves as agents or employees of the company and offering job opportunities. The defendants allegedly requested payment of 'process fees' under the false pretence of recruitment.

To deceive job seekers, the defendants were using Akasa Air's registered trademarks and deceptively similar marks:

Court Orders and Protective Measures

The court barred several entities from using the airline's trademarks or any identical or deceptively similar marks in any way. It further directed comprehensive protective measures to prevent continued fraud:

• Suspension and locking of specified domain names
• Disclosure of KYC details of alleged impersonators
• Blocking of mobile numbers belonging to the defendants
• Blocking of specified UPI IDs and bank accounts

"The injunction is also necessary to protect the interests of the general public who are being ensnared by the infringing defendants. Accordingly, this court finds it just and necessary to grant an injunction restraining the defendants from continuing such fraudulent activities," the court added.

Next Steps

The case has been scheduled for hearings before the Joint Registrar on February 3, 2026, and the court on May 22, 2026. This legal action represents Akasa Air's efforts to protect both its brand integrity and potential job seekers from fraudulent recruitment schemes that exploit the airline's reputation.

Akasa Air has achieved a significant operational milestone by expanding its fleet size to 31 aircraft. This development marks another step in the airline's ongoing growth strategy as it continues to strengthen its position in the competitive Indian aviation market.

Fleet Expansion Details

The airline's fleet now comprises 31 planes, representing substantial growth from its initial operations. This expansion enables Akasa Air to enhance its operational capacity and service offerings across its route network.

Strategic Implications

The increased fleet size positions Akasa Air to better serve passenger demand and potentially expand its route coverage. With 31 aircraft now in operation, the airline has enhanced its ability to maintain schedule reliability and offer more flight options to travelers.

This fleet milestone reflects Akasa Air's commitment to scaling its operations in the dynamic Indian aviation sector. The expanded aircraft count provides the airline with greater operational flexibility and capacity to accommodate growing market demand.