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EaseMyTrip founder points out national security risks in booking tickets via MakeMyTrip for its Chinese ties

  • 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.

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