Government weighs easing airport-airline cross-ownership rules after Adani request
The Union government is evaluating Adani Group’s request to relax the 10% airport-airline cross-holding cap, a move that could enable a future airline venture. Any change would require Cabinet approval and is being assessed for competition and consumer safeguards.
What happened
Adani Group · The government is considering Adani’s request to relax airport-airline cross-ownership restrictions, potentially enabling an airline venture.
Key facts
- Adani Group holds 74% stake in Mumbai airport
- GMR holds 74% stake in Delhi airport
- Current airport-airline cross-holding cap is 10%
- Adani operates eight airports in India
- IndiGo and Air India Group together hold over 90% domestic market share
Why this matters
The review creates regulatory upside optionality for Adani’s aviation strategy, but Cabinet approval, competition safeguards, and execution risk remain key uncertainties.