IndiGo’s 66.3% Domestic Share Rekindles Monopoly Debate
IndiGo held 66.3% of India’s domestic market in June, versus 23.9% for the Air India Group. Rahul Bhatia argues the headline share misses route-level competition: IndiGo is the sole operator on nearly 250 city pairs, accounting for about 34% of its capacity. Rival fleet additions could moderate its share over coming years.
IndiGo’s domestic share reached 66.3% in June, intensifying monopoly concerns. Rahul Bhatia says 34% of capacity serves nearly 250 routes without rivals. Air India’s capacity adjustments and future fleet expansion by competitors will shape whether IndiGo’s dominance moderates.
Why this matters
The signal follows IndiGo’s defense of its 66% share and low-double-digit growth plan, its move to tap Willie Walsh as CEO for international expansion, and its decision to defer a mega aircraft order to 2030.
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