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Air India weighs two picks for next CEO
Published 20 June 2026 ยท india
Synopsis Air India's leadership race is heating up with Nipun Aggarwal and Vinod Kannan as top contenders to steer the airline through turbulent times. Aggarwal
Synopsis Air India's leadership race is heating up with Nipun Aggarwal and Vinod Kannan as top contenders to steer the airline through turbulent times. Aggarwal, a key figure in its transformation, faces scrutiny over global experience, while Kannan brings proven leadership from Vistara. The decision, however, is complicated by internal power dynamics at Tata Sons and the airline's ongoing challenges, including operational disruptions and the aftermath of a tragic crash.
Published: June 20, 2026 โข 7:22 AM IST ยท Updated: June 20, 2026 โข 12:36 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis Air India's leadership race is heating up with Nipun Aggarwal and Vinod Kannan as top contenders to steer the airline through turbulent times.
Aggarwal, a key figure in its transformation, faces scrutiny over global experience, while Kannan brings proven leadership from Vistara.
The decision, however, is complicated by internal power dynamics at Tata Sons and the airline's ongoing challenges, including operational disruptions and the aftermath of a tragic crash.