Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu curtain-raises Routes Asia
Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu unveiled the Curtain Raiser for Routes Asia 2027 in New Delhi, signaling India’s readiness to host the prestigious aviation event.
Event Details
- Dates: 16–18 March 2027
- Venue: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
- Scale: 115+ airlines, 55+ countries, 2,000+ delegates including airports, tourism boards, and aviation stakeholders.
Theme: “Bharat Aviation Rising: Inclusive Growth – Connecting Asia & Beyond”
- India aims to position itself as a global aviation hub.
- Plans include expanding from 166 airports to 266 in the next decade.
- Focus on the hub-and-spoke model to connect Tier-II cities and strengthen international hubs.
Growth Context
- India is on track to become the world’s third-largest aviation market.
- International passenger traffic is growing at a 4.6% CAGR.
- Active bilateral aviation engagements, especially with Southeast Asia, are driving connectivity.
Global Collaboration
The Curtain Raiser saw participation from 28 embassies and leading aviation stakeholders, highlighting international interest. India formally assumed hosting responsibilities from China West Airport Group during Routes Asia 2026 in Xi’an.
Key Voices
- Ram Mohan Naidu: “Routes Asia 2027 is coming to the right place, at the right time, with the right opportunity!”
- Samir Kumar Sinha, Secretary, MoCA: Emphasized aviation’s role in connecting people, trade, and tourism, and the need for seamless international travel.
Strategic Significance
Routes Asia 2027 will serve as a platform to:
- Develop new air routes.
- Strengthen partnerships.
- Showcase India as a preferred aviation and connectivity destination, aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
This event is not just about aviation—it’s about positioning India as a gateway for Asia and beyond.
