IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers steps down

Pieter Elbers has stepped down as InterGlobe Aviation Limited’s (IndiGo) Chief Executive Officer with effect from the close of business hours on March 10, 2026, the company informed in a stock exchange filing on Tuesday. "The Board of Directors would like to thank Pieter for his contribution and service to the organization, and wishes him well in his future endeavours", the regulatory filing said.

Rahul Bhatia, Managing Director of IndiGo, shall, in the interim assume management of the affairs of the airline until such time that the Company announces the arrival of a new leader, which is expected in short order.

“Rahul returns to assume management of the affairs of the airline to strengthen the Company’s Culture, reinforce Operational Excellence and deepen its commitment to delivering exceptional service of care, reliability and professionalism to its customers”, said the Chairman of the Board, Vikram Singh Mehta.

“Having founded and nurtured IndiGo for twenty-two years, I feel a deep sense of personal commitment and responsibility towards our nation, and towards the airline’s customers, employees, shareholders and all other stakeholders”, said Rahul Bhatia.

“While placing Culture, Service Excellence and Stakeholder Trust at the forefront of its operations, IndiGo will continue to sharpen its strategic focus on serving India and her people with an airline that is professionally managed, operationally reliable and globally respected.” 

In his resignation letter, Pieter Elbers cited personal reasons for stepping down from his role. “Due to personal reasons, I herewith submit my resignation from the position of CEO of IndiGo with effect from today. I would request that notice period may be waived off. It has been both an honor and privilege to serve as IndiGo's CEO these past years, since September 2022, and being a part of the great IndiGo family, it's beautiful growth story and the steps we have made together in this. If the company so desires, obviously, I will be available for any handover or transition otherwise”, the letter said.