IndiGo’s parent company InterGlobe Aviation on Thursday (July 3) announced the appointment of Amitabh Kant as non-executive director.
Kant, a former CEO of NITI Aayog and India’s G20 Sherpa, is a seasoned civil servant with extensive experience in public administration and global policymaking. He stepped down from his role as G20 Sherpa last month.
Vikram Singh Mehta, Chairman of the Board of Directors at IndiGo, said that we are pleased to welcome Amitabh Kant to our Board. He brings valuable leadership and administrative experience at both national and international levels. His expertise in managing large-scale initiatives will be instrumental in supporting IndiGo’s global growth ambitions.”
Mehta further added that Kant’s broad experience will strengthen IndiGo’s efforts to achieve its goal of becoming a global airline by 2030.
During his tenure at NITI Aayog, Kant held several key positions, including serving as Director on the Board of the National Highways Authority of India and as a Member of the National Statistical Commission.
On his appointment, Kant said stated, “I am delighted to join the Board of InterGlobe Aviation Ltd (IndiGo). With its scale, efficiency, and international vision, IndiGo is well positioned to open new global markets for India and help transform our airports into hubs for connectivity, commerce, and investment.”
I look forward to contributing to IndiGo’s next phase of growth and to advancing India’s role in global trade and tourism, Kant said.
About Amitabh Kant
Amitabh Kant is a retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer from the 1980 Kerala cadre with over 40 years of public service. He served as India’s G20 Sherpa to Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the country’s G20 Presidency. During this time, he played a key role in delivering the New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration, which focused on global challenges, economic growth, digital infrastructure, and reforms in areas such as climate finance, geopolitics, and technology.
Kant has played a major role in promoting tourism and cultural branding. He was behind Kerala’s well-known ‘God’s Own Country’ campaign and later led the national ‘Incredible India’ campaign. These efforts highlighted his understanding of how strong branding can boost economic growth. He also oversaw key infrastructure projects, including the expansion of Calicut Airport and the development of the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor.
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