Turkey voices ‘strong support’ for Pak, but IndiGo remains its flag carrier’s delight - The Economic Times

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Key Players and Events

The article discusses the intertwined relationship between Turkey, Pakistan, and India, focusing on the airline industry and political alliances. It highlights Turkey's recent show of support for Pakistan after a terror attack, causing concerns among some about IndiGo's partnership with Turkish Airlines.

IndiGo-Turkish Airlines Partnership

IndiGo has leased Boeing 777s from Turkish Airlines, complete with pilots and crew. This partnership is contrasted with Turkey's public support for Pakistan.

Political Context

The former chairman of Turkish Airlines, Ilker Ayci, was appointed CEO of Air India. His close ties to the Turkish president add another layer to the geopolitical complexities.

Public Reaction

Social media is filled with calls for IndiGo to end its ties with Turkish Airlines, given Turkey's stance on Pakistan.

Turkey voices ‘strong support’ for Pak, but IndiGo remains its flag carrier’s delight

IndiGo has leased Boeing 777s from Turkish Airlines with pilots and crew, also seen here at Istanbul Airport.

Synopsis

Social media is abuzz with posts asking IndiGo to snap ties with Turkish Airlines following reports that Ankara sent an aircraft to Pakistan carrying military cargo. Turkish President's “strong support to Pakistani people” after the Pahalgam terror attack made the matter even worse.

Around three years ago, as Tata Sons decided to hire a new expat CEO for its newly acquired crown jewel Air India, Ilker Ayci — a former chairman of Turkish Airlines and a political aide to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan — was selected for the top job. Tata chairman N Chandrasekaran possibly thought Ayci was an ideal fit because of his prior experience of handling employee unions at Turkish Airlines, dabbling in government affairs. Ayci

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Apr 29, 2025, 02:18:01 PM IST

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