India's Skies See New Airlines: Can They Challenge Aviation Duopoly?

• Al Hind Air and FlyExpress received NOCs; Shankh Air is cleared to begin operations in 2026.
• Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu welcomed the entry of new airlines into Indian skies.
• Experts caution new regional players may not significantly alter the market dominated by IndiGo and Air India Group (over 90% share).
• Challenges include red tape, high cost structures, and the need for more national players to truly impact the duopoly.
• Recent IndiGo disruptions highlight concerns over market concentration and competitive depth in India's fast-growing aviation sector.

Why It Matters: New airlines signal growth, but breaking India's aviation duopoly faces significant hurdles.