Special Report: Experts Debate Financial Viability and Safety Challenges in Indian Aviation Sector

On this Special Report, the focus is on the financial viability and safety challenges facing the Indian aviation sector. A panel of experts discusses the recurring collapse of private airlines, citing high taxes, fuel costs, and regulatory hurdles as key factors. One former airline operator notes that 'if you want to be a millionaire, spend billions in aviation business,' highlighting the difficulty of making profits in the Indian market. The programme also explores the dominance of major players, the impact of government policies, and the need for structural reforms to ensure safer and more competitive skies.