Earlier the airline had appologised to the former president for having subjected him to frisking and even asking him to remove his footwear before boarding its flight from here three months ago.

The Indian government had reacted sharply July 21 when the frisking issue was revealed and also ordered an inquiry into the incident after it created waves in parliament.

'The frisking was absolutely unpardonable. Action will be taken in accordance with the sentiments of the house,' Civil Aviation Minister Praful Patel had told parliament.