Pieter Elbers has resigned as Chief Executive Officer of IndiGo, the airline announces on Tuesday. The carrier, operated by InterGlobe Aviation, confirmed that Managing Director and co-founder Rahul Bhatia will assume interim leadership of the airline.
Elbers submitted his resignation citing personal reasons and requested that his notice period be waived. In his letter addressed to Bhatia, he stated that serving as CEO of IndiGo since September 2022 had been both an honour and a privilege.
During his tenure, Elbers oversaw a significant phase of growth for the airline, which remains India’s largest carrier by market share. He expressed appreciation for being part of IndiGo’s journey and contributing to its continued expansion and development.
The leadership transition comes following a challenging period for the airline after a major flight disruption crisis in December. With Bhatia taking interim charge, the company is expected to ensure operational continuity while evaluating the next phase of leadership for the airline.
IndiGo continues to play a critical role in India’s aviation sector, operating an extensive domestic and international network while maintaining its position as the country’s leading airline.
