The Airports Authority of India (AAI), a cornerstone of the nation’s civil aviation sector, commemorated its 29th Annual Day on April 1 with a spectacular display of cultural festivities at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
The event was graced by the presence of distinguished figures including Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiradtiya Scindia, Union MoS Vijay Kumar Singh, Secretary at Civil Aviation Ministry Vumlunmang Vualnam, and AAI Chairman Sanjeev Kumar, alongside esteemed board members and senior officials.
Addressing the audience, Jyotiraditya Scindia lauded the unwavering dedication of AAI employees towards the organization’s growth, emphasizing their pivotal role in driving India’s aviation sector to unprecedented heights. He also acknowledged the collaborative efforts of AAI and other aviation stakeholders in solidifying India’s position in the global aviation landscape.
In his welcome speech, AAI Chairman Sanjeev Kumar expressed pride in the organization’s role as the backbone of the Indian Civil Aviation Industry, attributing its growth to innovative technology and infrastructure modernization. Kumar highlighted AAI’s record CAPEX achievements, revealing that the organization surpassed Rs 5200 Crore CAPEX in the FY 2023-24.
The festivities commenced with an enchanting performance of Ganesh Vandana by the Zenith Dance Group, followed by captivating performances by various artists. Renowned singer and music composer Shankar Mahadevan, accompanied by folk singer Maithili Thakur, graced the stage with a musical extravaganza, enthralling the audience with their compositions.
The evening culminated with the presentation of awards to AAI Airports and officials by Chairman Sanjeev Kumar, marking the successful conclusion of the 29th Annual Day celebrations.