Dubai – Mubasher: Emirates defended itself against the criticism of the indian sports star Shikhar Dhawan over Dubai-Cape Town flight.
Shikhar Dhawan posted his complaint on Twitter, stating that the Dubai-based carrier had prevented his family from travelling with him to South Africa on Friday.
The player’s wife and children were stopped at Dubai airport and were prevented from boarding a connecting flight to Cape Town, he added on Twitter.
Dhawan’s family was asked to show birth certificates and other documents, which they did not have, the Indian Cricketer remarked.
"We note that the family was not able to continue their journey together as planned. We regret any inconvenience caused,” said Emirates spokesperson, according to Arabian business.
"South African regulations stipulates that anyone travelling to the country with a minor under 18 needs to prove parenthood or guardianship, while adults travelling alone with their children need to show that they have the consent of their non-travelling partner,” Emirates spokesperson added.
