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IndiGo, India’s low-cost airline, is considering launching dedicated freight services as the country continues to deal with low travel numbers due to the ongoing health crisis. Although the decision has not yet been made, the airline is looking for ways to increase revenue and sees cargo as a promising option. The anticipation of a vaccine, as well as the large-scale distribution that will be needed once it is available, is linked to this.

According to multiple reports, Chief Executive Officer Ronojoy Dutta is investigating the possibility of cargo-only operations. The remarks were reportedly made to the Press Trust of India (PTI) and then widely circulated in Indian media.

IndiGo, India’s low-cost airline, is considering launching dedicated freight services as the country continues to deal with low travel numbers due to the ongoing health crisis.

According to Financial Express, the airline’s CEO addressed the topic with PTI saying:

“This is being studied as a proposal. (But) No final decision yet,” -Ronojoy Dutta, CEO, IndiGo

According to sources, a mid-level IndiGo executive in charge of the airline’s alliances and aeropolitical affairs recently confirmed that his company had held preliminary talks with Airbus executives about the type of air freighter that could be used for such operations. According to an unnamed source at IndiGo, “the dedicated air freighter service is supposed to be a division within the airline.”

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About Indigo airline

IndiGo is India’s largest passenger airline with a market share of 54.3% as of January, 2021. It primarily operate in India’s domestic air travel market as a low-cost carrier with focus on their three pillars – offering low fares, being on-time and delivering a courteous and hassle-free experience. IndiGo has become synonymous with being on-time.

Since its inception in August 2006, they have grown from a carrier with one plane to a fleet of 281 aircraft today. A uniform fleet for each type of operation, high operational reliability and an award winning service make them one of the most reliable airlines in the world.

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India is in talks with Nigeria regarding the export of its single-engine Tejas and Prachand helicopter

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India is actively exploring its defense market and making audacious moves to establish itself as a significant player in targeting the African defense market to sell Tejas and Prachand.

According to the sources, Nigeria, in negotiations to purchase Indian aircraft such as the LCA Tejas and LCH Prachand, has recently opted to acquire the M-346FA light fighter-trainer aircraft from Italy. This decision comes after expressing dissatisfaction with the performance of the JF-17 Thunder jets, signaling a shift away from acquiring additional JF-17s.

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India is actively challenging Russia and China’s long-standing dominance in Africa, focusing on the lucrative market. While the India-Nigeria connection is longstanding, it’s rapidly evolving. In the fiscal year 2021-22, India emerged as Nigeria’s largest trading partner.

In March 2024, India intensified efforts to explore potential exports. A defense industry delegation visited Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, signaling India’s interest in exporting its single-engine Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas.

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Recent reports suggest Nigeria is considering acquiring 15 fighter jets to replace its aging Chengdu F-7NI fleet, with India emerging as a leading supplier, proposing its indigenous Tejas fighter jet.

The HAL Tejas is an advanced Indian multirole combat aircraft featuring a delta wing design, produced by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited. It serves as a pivotal asset for air defense, maritime reconnaissance, and strike missions, tailored to excel in high-threat scenarios. With nearly 40 initial variants already inducted, the Tejas stands as a cornerstone of the IAF’s operational capabilities.

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Previously, Nigeria had explored Indian-built options such as the Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) ‘Prachand,’ Light Utility Helicopter (LUH), and Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) ‘Dhruv.’

The Prachand helicopter, designed for battlefield deployment as an attack helicopter, stands out with its advanced weaponry and avionics. Positioned to compete with helicopters like the Apache, Turkish T129, and the European Tiger, Prachand emphasizes India’s capability to produce unique and technologically advanced military assets.

Beyond military hardware, India’s strategic move includes establishing a local currency settlement system with Nigeria, a development of notable economic significance forged in May 2024.