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![Press release: National 31st March, 2026: The Board of InterGlobe Aviation Limited (IndiGo) today
appointed Mr. William Walsh as the Chief Executive Officer, subject to Regulatory approvals. Mr.
Walsh’s tenure at IATA comes to a close on the 31st of July, 2026, and he is expected to join no later
than on the 3rd of August, 2026.
Mr. Walsh (popularly known as Willie) is currently the Director General of IATA (International Air
Transport Association) and was formerly CEO of British Airways and IAG (International Airlines Group,
a holding company which owns Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, Level and Vueling).
Welcoming Mr. Walsh, Mr. Vikram Singh Mehta, IndiGo’s Chairman said, “I am thrilled that Willie will
be at helm of IndiGo. He is an exceptional global aviation leader with a stellar track record of
outstanding leadership across several airlines. His experience in managing large scale airline
operations and navigating complex market dynamics make him ideally suited to strengthen and lead
IndiGo for continued growth in an ever evolving and competitive international aviation environment.
His appointment will mark a new chapter for IndiGo, as it continues its journey in one of the fastest
growing aviation markets in the world.”
Rahul Bhatia, Managing Director of IndiGo added, “As we enter a new phase of transformation and
growth, I am delighted to welcome Willie to IndiGo. He is an iconic and accomplished aviation leader
and brings a rare combination of global perspective, operational expertise of having built strong
customer-focused airlines, deep industry experience and a values driven leadership, making him
exceptionally suited to lead IndiGo at this pivotal cusp of growth.”
Mr. Walsh is widely considered as one of the most successful, respected, influential and long-lasting
leaders in modern aviation history. He is admired for his pragmatic and resolute
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