IndiGo welcomes its first all-women technician batch

They recently underwent a week-long induction programme

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NATIONAL, September 14, 2025: IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, marked the National Engineering Day by onboarding its first-ever all-women batch of 33 maintenance technicians. A milestone in its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) journey, this initiative marks a significant step forward in expanding representation and creating equal opportunities in technical roles across aviation.

The Engineering department at IndiGo plays a crucial role in maintaining highest standards of safety, quality and reliability across the airline’s fleet of 400+ aircraft, achieving Technical Dispatch Reliability of 99.89% (FY25). The new batch of all-women technicians recently underwent a week-long induction programme, featuring inspiring sessions by senior leaders and powerful growth stories shared by experienced women engineers, preparing them to contribute to the airline’s growth journey.

IndiGo’s workforce has over 44.8% women employees and one of the highest number of women pilots worldwide. The percentage of women pilots at IndiGo stands at 16.2%. With this initiative, the airline reinforces its role as a trailblazer in the aviation industry shaping a future where more women step into technical roles and leadership positions.

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