THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU

NEW DELHI, JANUARY 25, 2026

Asia’s largest civil aviation event, *Wings India 2026*, is poised to emerge as a defining milestone for the global aviation industry, showcasing India’s rapid rise as a major aviation hub for connectivity, innovation and sustainable growth, the government said on Sunday.

Scheduled to be held from January 28 to 31 at Begumpet Airport in Hyderabad, the mega event will be formally launched by Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu in the presence of senior dignitaries and industry leaders from India and abroad. With its unmatched scale, strategic focus and extensive international participation, Wings India 2026 is expected to draw global attention to the transformation of India’s civil aviation ecosystem.

The event is set to host over 150 exhibitors, nearly 7,500 business visitors, around one lakh general visitors and more than 200 foreign delegates. Over 500 business-to-business and business-to-government meetings are planned, alongside aircraft displays featuring more than 31 aircraft, underscoring the breadth and ambition of the platform.

According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, the launch will mark the beginning of a landmark global aviation gathering that will highlight India’s evolution into a key centre for aviation manufacturing, services, advanced mobility, innovation and sustainability. The event will also underline the sector’s role as a powerful engine of economic growth, regional development and global integration.

Over the past decade, India’s civil aviation sector has witnessed unprecedented expansion. Passenger traffic has grown multi-fold, placing the country among the world’s top aviation markets. Indian carriers have inducted hundreds of new aircraft, while record-breaking aircraft orders have positioned India as one of the largest future aircraft markets globally.

Airport infrastructure has expanded rapidly with the development of greenfield airports, modernised terminals and enhanced regional connectivity under initiatives such as UDAN. India is also emerging as a strong hub for aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul, pilot training, aerospace manufacturing, cargo logistics and advanced air mobility.

A strong push toward sustainable aviation, including the adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel, green airports and digital air navigation systems, is reshaping the future of flight in the country.

Wings India 2026 will bring together policymakers, global CEOs, airlines, airports, OEMs, MROs, lessors, investors, startups and technology providers, making it one of the most comprehensive aviation platforms worldwide. Leading global and domestic players, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, HAL, Rolls-Royce, Air India and IndiGo, have confirmed participation, reflecting India’s growing strategic importance in global aviation.