Amitabh Kant Joins IndiGo Board: A Game-Changer for Global Expansion

IndiGo's parent company, InterGlobe Aviation, has appointed Amitabh Kant, a former Niti Aayog CEO and India's G20 Sherpa, as a Non-Executive Director. His extensive administrative experience is expected to aid IndiGo's international expansion. His appointment is pending regulatory and shareholder approval.

InterGlobe Aviation, the parent company of domestic carrier IndiGo, announced on Thursday the appointment of Amitabh Kant as a Non-Executive Director to its board. Kant, a former Niti Aayog CEO and India's G20 Sherpa, resigned from the latter position last month.

Kant's appointment awaits regulatory and shareholder approvals. 'IndiGo is excited to welcome such a distinguished personality with rich administrative experience,' said Vikram Singh Mehta, Chairman of IndiGo's Board of Directors. His leadership, developed over years of managing large-scale global projects, is expected to benefit IndiGo's international expansion.

Reflecting on his appointment, Kant expressed eagerness to contribute to IndiGo's vision of becoming a global player by 2030. He emphasized how IndiGo's scale and international ambitions will transform India's airports into global hubs, boosting trade, tourism, and economic growth.

(With inputs from agencies.)