The DGCA has faced heightened scrutiny in recent months over operational disruptions and safety concerns, most recently IndiGo’s disruptions in December 2025.

The Indian government has appointed Chanchal Kumar as the new Information and Broadcasting Secretary.

Police have arrested four men - Chanchal Kumar alias Bunty; Gurumukh alias Arvind, Sandeep alias Sittu and Vivek alias Kaka - in connection with the case.