Faiz Ahmed Kidwai Appointed as DGCA Director General
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | Faiz Ahmed Kidwai Appointed as DGCA Director General |
| Batch/Cadre | 1996-batch IAS, Madhya Pradesh cadre |
| Previous Role | Additional Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare |
| Predecessor | Vikram Dev Dutt (elevated to Secretary, Ministry of Coal) |
| Interim Leadership | D.C. Sharma (Joint-DG) |
| Challenges | Implementing pilot duty and rest norms; resolving disputes with airlines |
| Key Airline Concerns | Operational impact, phased implementation of rest norms, fatigue management system |
| Court Directive | Mediation ordered between DGCA, airlines, and pilot groups; hearing on January 23, 2025 |