Govt forms three key panel to revive Covid-hit aviation sector

26 Jul 2021 CW Team

Union civil aviation minister Jyotiraditya Madhavrao Scindia formed three key advisory panels to deliberate and resolve challenges faced by the pandemic-hit aviation sector on Wednesday.

The advisory panel on airports headed by the aviation minister will involve the aviation secretary, aviation ministry joint secretary, director-general, Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), chairman, Airports Authority of India (AAI), G.B.S. Raju, Business Chairman of GMR Group, Hari K Marar, MD & CEO of Bengaluru International Airport Ltd (BIAL), and Jeet Adani, vice president of Adani Group.

The terms of reference of the Civil Aviation Advisory Group of Airports, inter-alia includes advising the government for enhancing the airport capacity and on matters related to infrastructure augmentation and modernisation.

Further, advising on matters related to increasing passenger facilities and amenities at airports and on issues related to improving customer experience and satisfaction.

It further includes advising on matters related to enhancing airport service quality (ASQ) rating and other related international benchmark ratings, as per the order.

The apex panel will also advise on tariff-related and other regulatory issues, on matters like manpower skilling in the airport sector, and capital expenditure (CAPEX) performance of airports, inclusive of targets under the National Infrastructure Pipeline.

Another apex group to deal with problems associated with domestic airlines will be managed by the aviation ministry.

The advisory group of airlines will advise the government on improving the domestic and international connectivity, on matters related to the promotion of passenger and cargo service, issues related to passenger facilities while air travel, and manpower skilling in the aviation sector. It will also recommend measures to safeguard the viability of airlines.

According to aviation consultancy and research firm Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation (CAPA), the Indian aviation sector has suffered losses of around $8 billion in two years as a direct impact of the pandemic.

Image Source

Also read: Jyotiraditya Scindia: Covid-hit aviation sector on recovery path

Union civil aviation minister Jyotiraditya Madhavrao Scindia formed three key advisory panels to deliberate and resolve challenges faced by the pandemic-hit aviation sector on Wednesday. The advisory panel on airports headed by the aviation minister will involve the aviation secretary, aviation ministry joint secretary, director-general, Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), chairman, Airports Authority of India (AAI), G.B.S. Raju, Business Chairman of GMR Group, Hari K Marar, MD & CEO of Bengaluru International Airport Ltd (BIAL), and Jeet Adani, vice president of Adani Group. The terms of reference of the Civil Aviation Advisory Group of Airports, inter-alia includes advising the government for enhancing the airport capacity and on matters related to infrastructure augmentation and modernisation. Further, advising on matters related to increasing passenger facilities and amenities at airports and on issues related to improving customer experience and satisfaction. It further includes advising on matters related to enhancing airport service quality (ASQ) rating and other related international benchmark ratings, as per the order. The apex panel will also advise on tariff-related and other regulatory issues, on matters like manpower skilling in the airport sector, and capital expenditure (CAPEX) performance of airports, inclusive of targets under the National Infrastructure Pipeline. Another apex group to deal with problems associated with domestic airlines will be managed by the aviation ministry. The advisory group of airlines will advise the government on improving the domestic and international connectivity, on matters related to the promotion of passenger and cargo service, issues related to passenger facilities while air travel, and manpower skilling in the aviation sector. It will also recommend measures to safeguard the viability of airlines. According to aviation consultancy and research firm Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation (CAPA), the Indian aviation sector has suffered losses of around $8 billion in two years as a direct impact of the pandemic. Image Source Also read: Jyotiraditya Scindia: Covid-hit aviation sector on recovery path

Infrastructure Urban

26 Aug 2025

Jupiter Opens First EV Showroom in Hyderabad

Jupiter Electric Mobility Pvt Ltd (JEM), the electric commercial vehicle arm of Jupiter Wagons Ltd, has inaugurated its first showroom in New Bowenpally, Secunderabad, Hyderabad. The launch also marks the introduction of its 1.05-tonne four-wheeler electric light commercial vehicle (eLCV), JEM TEZ, to Telangana’s growing logistics and intra-city freight market. This expansion underscores JEM’s commitment to delivering purpose-built sustainable mobility solutions and accelerating the electrification of India’s logistics sector.The new showroom, operated by Arven Motors Pvt Ltd, offers cus..

Infrastructure Energy

26 Aug 2025

Premier Energies Launches 620W DCR Solar Modules in India

Premier Energies Limited, one of India’s largest integrated solar manufacturers, has launched its next-generation 620W DCR solar modules using G12R TOPCon technology, now among the most powerful large-format panels available in the country.The new modules, built with Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact (TOPCon) architecture, deliver superior power density, improved temperature coefficients, and enhanced low-light performance. The rectangular G12R N-type cell design enables higher string power and balance-of-system optimisation, making the panels suitable for utility-scale projects as well as com..

Infrastructure Energy

26 Aug 2025

ONGC Starts Gas Sales from Rajasthan Chinnewala Tibba Block

Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) has commenced natural gas sales from the Discovered Small Field (DSF-II) Block RJ/ONDSF/Chinnewala/2018, marking the successful monetisation of the Chinnewala Tibba field in the Rajasthan Kutch Onland Exploratory Asset (RKOEA). Gas sales officially began on 25 August 2025.This development highlights ONGC’s commitment to boosting domestic energy production and strengthening India’s energy security under the guidance of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. Located in western Rajasthan, close to the Indo-Pakistan border, the Chinnewala Tibb..