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The Indian government has appointed Vir Vikram Yadav as the new Director General of Civil Aviation, replacing Faiz Ahmed Kidwai. Kidwai's tenure was marked by several aviation crises, safety lapses, and regulatory challenges, including a plane crash that killed over 260 people.
The Indian government has appointed a new chief for the Directorate General of Civil Aviation. Vir Vikram Yadav replaces Faiz Ahmed Kidwai, who has been transferred to the Department of Personnel and Training. Kidwai's tenure was marked by several aviation crises, including the Air India Flight 171 crash in June 2025. The crash killed around 260 people and led to a safety audit that flagged nearly 100 safety lapses. The DGCA also faced challenges in overhauling flight duty time limitations, which led to a standoff with airlines and pilot bodies. The new chief will have to address these systemic concerns and improve aviation safety in India.
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