Willie Walsh assumes charge as IndiGo CEOWillie Walsh has taken charge as CEO of IndiGo, succeeding Pieter Elbers. The former IATA chief and aviation veteran will lead the airline's global expansion, operational improvement and strategic growth. IndiGo aims to strengthen its position as a leading international carrierBy IANS Published Date - 3 August 2026, 11:40 AMNew Delhi: Willie Walsh on Monday took charge as the CEO of the country’s largest airline IndiGo. In a release on Monday, IndiGo said Walsh has assumed charge as the CEO to lead the airline’s next era of growth and global ambition. Walsh has served as the CEO of Aer Lingus, British Airways and International Airlines Group.