Pieter Elbers resigns from his position as CEO of IndiGo, with Rahul Bhatia assuming temporary leadership.
by Web Administrator
Mar 11, 2026 10:30
InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo) has announced the immediate resignation of CEO Pieter Elbers, with the Board expressing gratitude for his service. Rahul Bhatia, the Managing Director, will temporarily oversee airline operations until a new CEO is appointed. Bhatia emphasized his commitment to IndiGo's culture and service excellence, aiming to enhance reliability and professionalism. This leadership change follows operational challenges faced by IndiGo, including crew shortages and issues with its long-haul aircraft due to airspace restrictions related to conflicts in West Asia.