A journalist said she was humiliated by Emirates staff at New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, saying airline staff misbehaved with her and refused to give her a reclining seat. He is said to have refused.
“This is 2024 and I can’t believe this is still happening. I was fat shamed by @emirates staff at New Delhi airport. “Not only did they treat me badly, they gave me a seat that didn’t recline for an overnight trip. When I boarded the plane, I burst into tears and the ground staff were so rude,” she said of X. wrote on the website.
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This is 2024 and I still can’t believe this is happening.I was ashamed of being fat. @emirates New Delhi airport staff. Not only did they treat me badly, they gave me a seat that didn’t recline for an overnight trip. When I boarded the plane, I cried and the ground staff were rude.
— Shrishti (@seekingsrishti) April 8, 2024
In response to the post, Emirates wrote: You can submit feedback at http://bit.ly/2H6ebBk. Our customer care team will review your message and get back to you. If you need further assistance, please contact us via DM. ”
Shrishti, I am sorry to hear about this. You can submit your feedback at https://t.co/8gFGwrvxkG. Our customer care team will review your message and get back to you. If you need further assistance, please contact us via DM. https://t.co/67ooSY3Pnf
— Emirates Support (@EmiratesSupport) April 8, 2024
The woman’s post attracted the attention of several social media users, some of whom called for action against the staff. One commenter said: “This is not what I would expect from @emirates.” I’ve always heard very good things about their hospitality. I hope you feel better. ” Another X user wrote: They should apologize immediately and take action against this. ”
“I’ve been through immigration multiple times in 6 countries and I can definitely say UAE (in Dubai) was the worst. They definitely identify Indians,” a third user reacted. . Another netizen wrote, “I too had a terrible experience when I flew from Mumbai to Sydney on Emirates.”
