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India Hosts IATA AGM After 42 Years: Global Aviation Leaders Gather in New Delhi

Updated: May 31, 2025 10:30

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India is set to host the 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) from June 1-3, 2025, marking the first time in 42 years that the prestigious event is being held in the country. The summit will bring together CEOs of global airlines, aviation policymakers, and industry experts to discuss key challenges and opportunities in the aviation sector.
 
Historic Return to India:
  • The last IATA AGM in India was held in 1983.
  • IndiGo Airlines is the host carrier for the event.
Prime Minister’s Address:
PM Narendra Modi is expected to deliver a keynote speech, highlighting India’s aviation-led economic growth.
 
Industry Participation:
  • Over 1,700 delegates, including airline CEOs, government officials, and media representatives, will attend.
  • IATA represents 350 airlines, accounting for 80% of global air traffic.
Key Discussion Topics:
  • Financial outlook for airlines amid global economic shifts.
  • India’s aviation expansion strategy, including record aircraft orders.
  • Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and innovations in aviation payments.
CEO Panel & Global Insights:
A high-profile CEO panel, moderated by CNN’s Richard Quest, will feature leaders from JetBlue, FedEx, and Abra Group.
 
India’s Aviation Growth:
  • The sector directly employs 369,700 people and contributes $5.6 billion to GDP.
  • Including indirect impacts, aviation supports 7.7 million jobs and adds $53.6 billion to India’s economy.
India’s hosting of the IATA AGM underscores its rising influence in global aviation, with record aircraft orders and world-class infrastructure developments.
 
Source: Business Standard, Fortune India, and Travel Daily News.

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