Hyderabad/New Delhi, 30 January 2026: GMR Aero, the aviation business arm of the GMR Group, has achieved significant recognition at Wings India 2026, India’s premier civil aviation event, with accolades for Delhi International Airport and GMR Aero Technic, its Hyderabad-based aircraft maintenance subsidiary. The awards were presented by the Hon’ble Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Shri K Rammohan Naidu at the event held in Hyderabad on Thursday.

Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) was adjudged the “Best Airport of the Year”, recognising its excellence across passenger experience, operational efficiency, infrastructure development, and technology-led innovation. The airport has consistently invested in smart systems, digital passenger facilitation, and capacity enhancement to handle growing traffic seamlessly.

In addition, Delhi Airport was also named “Sustainability Champion”, underscoring its leadership in renewable energy adoption, carbon neutrality initiatives, waste management, water stewardship, and environmentally responsible airport operations. It is among the few airports globally to achieve advanced levels of Airport Carbon Accreditation, reflecting its long-term commitment to climate action.

Operated by GMR Airports Limited (GAL), Delhi Airport is India’s busiest airport and a key global aviation hub, connecting the country to major international destinations. It continues to earn national and international recognition for service quality, innovation, and operational resilience, while playing a critical role in supporting India’s aviation growth, economic development, and sustainable infrastructure ambitions. 

Further strengthening GMR Aero’s achievement, GMR Aero Technic was awarded “Best MRO Services”, acknowledging its contribution to building world-class aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities in India.

Based at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad, GMR Aero Technic operates a state-of-the-art narrow-body MRO facility offering base maintenance for narrow-body aircraft, along with specialised services such as structural repairs, avionics upgrades, component repairs, and aircraft painting. It also provides line maintenance services at 14 airports across India and one in Nepal, serving both domestic and international airlines. The facility is a key enabler of India’s efforts to build a strong domestic MRO ecosystem, reduce dependence on overseas maintenance facilities, and advance the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat in the civil aviation sector.

Commenting on the recognition, GBS Raju, Business Chairman – GMR Aero, said: “Being recognised at Wings India is a matter of pride for the entire GMR Aero team. These awards for Delhi Airport and GMR Aero Technic reaffirm our integrated aviation strategy — combining world-class airport operations with the development of critical aviation services in India. We remain committed to operational excellence, sustainability and building future-ready aviation infrastructure aligned with India’s rapidly expanding aviation ecosystem.”

Wings India is India’s flagship civil aviation event, jointly organised by the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Airports Authority of India (AAI) and FICCI. Held biennially, the event brings together global and Indian stakeholders across airports, airlines, MROs, manufacturers, policymakers and investors to showcase opportunities, policy initiatives and innovations shaping the future of India’s aviation sector.

About GMR Airports Limited (Formerly GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited)

GMR Airports Limited (GAL) is a leading global airport platform company with over two decades of experience in designing, constructing, and operating world-class sustainable airports. Under the brand name “GMR AERO”, it offers pioneering aviation solutions in retail, aero services, and real estate. Groupe ADP joined the journey in 2020 as a strategic partner and is now a co-promoter in GAL.

As a platform business, GAL also provides a range of aero services including Duty Free, Retail, F&B, Cargo, Car Parking, O&M, and PMC services. Through its innovative Aerotropolis concept, it develops cutting-edge airport cities giving shape to best-in-class real estate developments in South Asia. GAL operates India's largest third-party Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility through its subsidiary, GMR Air Cargo and Aerospace Engineering Limited ensuring operational excellence across the Asia Pacific region.

GMR Innovex, a GMR Group entity, is developing and introducing a range of digital solutions to enhance the passenger journey and airport experience. Through GMR Aero Academy and GMR School of Aviation, the company is creating the talent pool necessary to drive the growth of the aviation sector in India (the third largest in the world).

As the largest private airport operator in Asia and the second-largest globally, GAL served over 120 million passengers in FY25 with a steadfast commitment to excellence in airport management as reflected in its consistent rankings for services by ACI and Skytrax. With a robust presence in India and Southeast Asia, the company operates key gateways such as Delhi, Hyderabad, Goa, and Medan airports, while extending its technical services to Mactan Cebu International Airport in the Philippines. GAL is also developing transformative projects like the greenfield airports in Bhogapuram (Visakhapatnam), India, and Crete, Greece.

GMR Group, the promoter of GAL has a significant presence in Energy, Transportation, Urban Infrastructure, and Sports. Through its CSR arm, GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, GMR supports local communities, reflecting its commitment to improving quality of life by enhancing skills, providing education, and developing healthcare infrastructure and services.

Groupe ADP develops and manages airports, including Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Paris-Orly, and Paris-Le Bourget. In 2024, the group handled through its brand Paris Aéroport 103.4 million passengers at Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Paris-Orly, and nearly 363.7 million passengers in airports in France and abroad. Boasting an exceptional geographic location and a major catchment area, the Group is pursuing its strategy of adapting and modernizing its terminal facilities and upgrading the quality of services; the Group also intends to develop its retail and real estate businesses. In 2024, group revenue stood at €6,158 million and net income at €342 million.

For further information about GMR Group, visit https://www.gmrgroup.in

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Aditi Basak
Corporate Communications
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Sarvottamjee M Jaipuriar
Corporate Communications
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