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On 20th anniversary, IndiGo MD Rahul Bhatia says 'best is yet to come'

IndiGo marks two decades of operations, with its co-founder expressing optimism for the future. The airline has grown significantly since its 2006 inception, now operating many daily flights. New CEO Willie Walsh will guide IndiGo into its next phase of expansion and innovation. The company plans substantial growth by 2030,…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

New pilot in IndiGo's cockpit: Willie Walsh takes charge as CEO

Willie Walsh has officially taken charge as IndiGo's chief executive officer. He will now oversee the airline's strategic direction and international growth. Walsh brings over four decades of extensive aviation industry experience to his new role. IndiGo is entering its third decade and is poised for significant future expansion with…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

IndiGo's next flight plan: Airline targets bigger global push, diaspora traffic through India

IndiGo marks twenty years by planning a significant international expansion. The airline will induct new aircraft to connect the global Indian diaspora. IndiGo aims to recapture international traffic currently flowing through Gulf hubs. This strategic move will also connect passengers between foreign countries via India. The airline is also focusing…

The Economic Times · Aug 2

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IndiGo's next chapter: Rahul Bhatia backs Willie Walsh to lead expansion

IndiGo Managing Director Rahul Bhatia said incoming CEO Willie Walsh is motivated to make a lasting impact at the airline and will be instrumental in its international expansion. Walsh, who takes charge on August 3 after stepping down as IATA chief, brings experience across low-cost and full-service airlines as IndiGo…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

IndiGo to decide on next aircraft order in 2030 after assessing new-generation planes: Rahul Bhatia

IndiGo plans to wait until the early 2030s before placing its next aircraft order as it evaluates next-generation aircraft technologies that promise lower costs and emissions. Managing Director Rahul Bhatia said the airline is well positioned until 2035 with more than 900 aircraft on order, while focusing on sustainability, long-haul…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

IndiGo's Rahul Bhatia says pilot duty rules make aviation 'uncompetitive', calls for review

IndiGo's managing director Rahul Bhatia seeks a review of pilot flight duty rules. He stated these norms reduce cockpit productivity and increase airline costs. Revised rules implemented in November 2025 caused widespread flight disruptions for IndiGo. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation revised rules to reduce pilot fatigue. Bhatia argued…

The Economic Times · Jul 30

IndiGo's Rahul Bhatia urges govt to cut taxes, airport charges to lower airfares

IndiGo's managing director seeks tax and airport charge rationalization for lower airfares. He argues that reduced costs will unlock massive demand in India's price-sensitive aviation market. Bhatia also called for a review of pilot duty rules to enhance global competitiveness. Airlines have absorbed rising costs, with fares increasing minimally over…

The Economic Times · Jul 30

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Monday briefing: How the Cockroach protests have exposed the cracks in India’s government

In today’s newsletter: Across the country, a younger generation is turning private disillusionment into public defiance against a government that once felt untouchable

The Guardian - UK · Jul 27

'Massive conflict of interest' if airport operators allowed to own airlines: IndiGo MD Rahul Bhatia

IndiGo's Rahul Bhatia stated airport operators owning airlines creates massive conflict of interest. He noted this situation lacks global precedent and raises significant concerns. The Adani Group, which operates eight airports, has proposed entering the airline business. This proposal seeks relaxation of current norms restricting airport operators' airline ownership. The…

The Economic Times · Jul 23

IndiGo Q4 Results: Co reports loss of Rs 2,536 crore vs profit a year ago

IndiGo Q4 Results: Budget carrier IndiGo faced a tough fourth quarter in FY26, reporting a net loss of Rs 2,536 crore. Revenue saw a slight rise to Rs 22,438 crore. The airline navigated disruptions from the Middle East conflict and foreign exchange volatility. Despite these challenges, IndiGo maintained a strong…

The Economic Times · May 29

IndiGo boss finally resigns months after airline cancelled nearly 4,500 flights in unprecedented crisis

India's largest airline was heavily criticised by regulators after flight disruptions affected 1 million passengers

The Independent UK · Mar 11

The New India by Rahul Bhatia review – how nationalism changed a country

The voices of ordinary Indians take centre stage in this absorbing account of political transformation

The Guardian - UK · Jul 31, 2024

IndiGo veteran Sanjay Kumar resigns

NEW DELHI: IndiGo's chief strategy revenue officer Sanjay Kumar has resigned from the budget airline. Kumar is a veteran of Indian aviation who was associated with IndiGo from its early days.

The Times of India · Dec 5, 2022

Will buy IndiGo stake only from Bhatia: Al Baker

Qatar Airways CEO’s comments come as IndiGo co-founder Gangwal looks to sell stake

The Hindu · Jun 20, 2022

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The Hindu · Jun 20, 2022

‘Misled’ individuals behind boycott calls, not worried about it, says Qatar Airways CEO

Akbar Al Baker says he won’t buy IndiGo promoter Rakesh Gangwal’s stakes

The Times of India · May 26, 2022

Rahul Bhatia’s InterGlobe & UPS form JV logistics firm ‘MOVIN’

NEW DELHI: IndiGo founder-promoter Rahul Bhatia’s travel conglomerate InterGlobe Enterprises (IGE) has tied up with UPS to create a new JV logistics brand in India, MOVIN.

The Times of India · Feb 18, 2022

Rahul Bhatia in command: Rakesh Gangwal resigns as IndiGo director, to reduce stake over next 5 years

NEW DELHI: IndiGo co-founder and promoter, Rahul Bhatia, will now have complete control over India's largest domestic airline.

The Times of India · Feb 16, 2022

IndiGo to seek shareholders' nod for Bhatia's appointment as MD

NEW DELHI: InterGlobe Aviation will seek shareholders' approval for appointment of co-founder Rahul Bhatia as the Managing Director as well as for availing advisory services from non-executive director Gregg Albert Saretsky.

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The Times of India · Feb 4, 2022

IndiGo posts Rs 130 crore Q3 profit on higher passenger revenues; appoints Rahul Bhatia as MD

NEW DELHI: Fuelled by higher passenger revenues, the country's largest airline IndiGo on Friday posted a profit after tax of Rs 129.8 crore in the three months ended December 2021 amid the pandemic clouds.

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