IndiGo flags conflict risk if Adani Group enters airline market

IndiGo founder Rahul Bhatia said an Adani-backed airline could create conflicts because the group operates Delhi and Mumbai airports. The government is reportedly holding preliminary discussions on easing airport-operator ownership restrictions, with no formal proposal yet.

— Filed Thu, 23 Jul, 2026, 18:52 IST · Source Business Today · Latest · Updated

IndiGo founder Rahul Bhatia warned that allowing Adani Group, operator of Delhi and Mumbai airports, to launch an airline could create conflicts of interest. The government is informally discussing possible changes to airport-operator ownership restrictions.

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The warning extends IndiGo’s recent opposition to airport operators owning airlines and follows its alert that ownership reform could distort competition.

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