A five-year ban on Army officer Lieutenant Colonel Ritesh Kumar Singh by SpiceJet for allegedly assaulting staff over excess baggage has sparked significant backlash across India, with calls for government intervention trending on social media. The incident occurred on July 26 at Srinagar airport, and an internal committee, overseen by the DGCA, found Singh guilty of the charges. The situation has led to appeals from former military personnel urging the Defence Minister and other officials to step in, reflecting strong public sentiment supporting the officer and calling for loyalty among defense personnel towards the airline. This incident raises concerns about civilian respect for military personnel and the broader implications for civil-military relations in India.