IndiGo Fights Rs 458 Cr GST Demand, Boosts Pilot Pay Amid Morale Push

• IndiGo faces a Rs 458.26 crore GST demand from CGST, Delhi South Commissionerate, for FY2018-19 to FY2022-23.
• The demand includes tax, interest, and penalties, citing compensation from a foreign supplier and alleged wrongful input tax credit.
• IndiGo deems the order "erroneous" based on expert advice and plans to contest it legally; a similar appeal for FY2017-18 is ongoing.
• Separately, IndiGo increased pilot allowances (layover, deadheading) effective January 1 to boost morale after recent operational disruptions.
• Captains' layover allowance rises to Rs 3,000 (from Rs 2,000), First Officers' to Rs 1,500 (from Rs 1,000).

Why It Matters: IndiGo challenges a Rs 458 Cr GST demand while simultaneously increasing pilot allowances to improve morale.