What Happened
Federation Seeks Greater Regulatory Independence
The Federation of Indian Pilots has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, proposing the establishment of an autonomous Civil Aviation Authority to replace the existing Directorate General of Civil Aviation. The move aims to strengthen India’s compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization standards and improve regulatory effectiveness. The pilots’ body argues that the rapid growth of India’s aviation sector has outpaced the regulatory framework, and an autonomous authority would provide greater financial, administrative, and technical independence. The proposal was first reported by Moneycontrol News.