On October 9, 2024, Anil Kumar Gupta officially took over the role of Member (Planning) on the Board of the Airports Authority of India (AAI). In this new position, he will be responsible for planning and developing Greenfield and Brownfield airports and overseeing infrastructure modernization across India. Gupta brings 35 years of experience as a civil engineer and has played a pivotal role in several key projects, including the modernization of Kolkata and Jaipur airports.
Gupta’s Experience in Civil Aviation
Before assuming his new position, Gupta served as the Executive Director (Land Management & Business Development) and Executive Director (Regional Connectivity Scheme) with AAI. His contributions to the development and diversification of AAI into international markets have been noteworthy. Gupta was instrumental in implementing Multi-Level Car Parking (MLCP) systems with integrated commercial models and open-access Aviation Fuel Farms.
Leadership in Key Projects
Gupta’s career highlights include the execution and management of significant projects, such as the Kolkata Airport Modernization Project and Jaipur Airport’s modernization, one of the first steel-and-glass airport buildings in India. He also introduced innovative policies, such as the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) and Flying Training (FTO) policies, under the “आत्मनिर्भर भारत” initiative.
Role in Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS-UDAN)
As Executive Director of the Regional Connectivity Scheme, Gupta worked on expanding connectivity to underserved and unserved airports. He collaborated with the Ministry of Civil Aviation to make air travel affordable for the common masses through the RCS-UDAN initiative, which included plans for water aerodromes.
Future Responsibilities
In his new role as Member (Planning), Gupta will oversee the development and modernization of both Greenfield and Brownfield airports, ensuring the efficient planning and execution of infrastructure projects across India.
News Summary:
- Anil Kumar Gupta takes over as Member (Planning) at AAI as of October 9, 2024.
- Gupta has 35 years of experience and has overseen major airport modernization projects.
- His leadership in the Regional Connectivity Scheme and business development helped AAI grow.
- Gupta played a key role in modernizing Kolkata and Jaipur airports and implemented new policies under “आत्मनिर्भर भारत.”
- As Member (Planning), he will focus on the modernization and development of Indian airports.
Key Contributions:
| Key Position | Contributions |
| Executive Director (Land Management) | Managed AAI’s land leases and disputes. |
| Executive Director (Business Development) | Diversified AAI into international markets. |
| Executive Director (Regional Connectivity Scheme) | Implemented RCS-UDAN for underserved airports. |
| Kolkata & Jaipur Airport Modernization | Led modernization projects for key airports. |
| Member (Planning) | Responsible for Greenfield and Brownfield airport projects. |
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Anil Kumar Gupta is the new Member (Planning) at the Airports Authority of India (AAI), overseeing airport development and modernization.
Gupta has led significant projects like the modernization of Kolkata and Jaipur airports and implemented business development initiatives for AAI.
The RCS-UDAN initiative aims to provide affordable air travel to underserved and unserved airports, improving connectivity across India.
As Member (Planning), Gupta is responsible for formulating and executing plans for airport infrastructure development, including both Greenfield and Brownfield projects.
Gupta contributed by developing policies related to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) and Flying Training Organizations (FTO), promoting self-reliance in the aviation sector.
Greenfield airports are new airports built from scratch, while Brownfield airports refer to the modernization or expansion of existing airports.
He pioneered Multi-Level Car Parking (MLCP) projects with integrated commercial spaces and introduced open-access Aviation Fuel Farms.
