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Aviation veteran Willie Walsh appointed as IndiGo CEO following period of operational turmoil

Aviation veteran Willie Walsh appointed as IndiGo CEO following period of operational turmoil

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant leadership transition, InterGlobe Aviation Limited has announced the appointment of William "Willie" Walsh as the new Chief Executive Officer of IndiGo. Walsh, a prominent figure in the global aviation industry and current Director General of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), is expected to take charge by August 3, 2026. The move comes just weeks after the sudden resignation of former CEO Pieter Elbers on March 10, following a difficult period for the carrier marked by severe operational disruptions and regulatory scrutiny. The appointment is seen as a strategic effort to stabilize India’s…
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