New Delhi: Air travel often brings discomfort to passengers, with young children particularly affected by the changes in air pressure. This discomfort can lead to crying and distress, causing concern and irritation among other passengers. While adults may experience ear pressure and nausea, toddlers are more vocal in expressing their discomfort, which can disrupt the flight experience for everyone on board.A recent flight from Guizhou to Shanghai has brought this issue into the spotlight after an unsettling incident involving a toddler. According to a video that surfaced online, two female passengers took drastic measures to address the noise caused by a crying child. The women, reportedly with the consent of the childs grandmother, escorted the toddler to the airplanes lavatory and locked her inside.Take a look at the video: The footage shows the woman attempting to calm the child while confined in the small space. They repeatedly tell the toddler to stop crying before she can return to her seat. The video shared on a Chinese social media platform, reveals the passengers frustration and their efforts to address the situation by isolating the child.Why was the toddler cryingThe exact cause of the toddlers distress remains unclear. However, several factors may have contributed to her crying. The change in air pressure during the flight can cause discomfort, leading to tears. Alternatively, the child might have been upset because her mobile phone, which was likely not receiving a signal, was not functioning as expected. In the video, one of the women is heard explaining to the toddler that the lack of signal on the plane was causing her phone issues and that using the phone was against the rules of the flight.Concerns raised by passengers actionsThe incident has sparked significant debate online. Many viewers are shocked by the extreme response of the two passengers. While it is common for flight attendants to assist in calming distressed children, taking such actions independently raises ethical and practical concerns about the treatment of young passengers during air travel.
