EaseMyTrip co-founder Nishant Pitti raised concerns about national security risks in booking tickets via MakeMyTrip due to its significant Chinese ownership.
Pitti highlighted a 'loophole' at MakeMyTrip where discounts for Indian Armed Forces officials were offered in exchange for defence ID, potentially exposing sensitive information.
He pointed out that 5 out of 10 directors at MakeMyTrip have direct ties to China and shared details of major Chinese stakeholders in the company.
While MakeMyTrip has not responded to the allegations, netizens have shown mixed reactions, with some supporting Pitti's claims and others questioning the timing and competitiveness aspects.