The Federation of Indian Pilots has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking the replacement of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) with an autonomous Civil Aviation Authority. The pilots’ body has called for greater financial and administrative autonomy, as well as the flexibility to hire aviation safety and technical experts. The demand comes amid the rapid expansion of India’s aviation sector, with pilots arguing that stronger and more independent regulatory oversight is essential to ensure safety and effective governance.
