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DGCA Champions Women in Aviation on International Women's Day 2026

On International Women's Day 2026, DGCA officials celebrated the significant progress of women in the civil aviation industry. Deputy Director Ekta Agrawal noted the transformation from few women to a more inclusive organization, crediting family support and a lack of discrimination. Chief Inspector Shweta Singh emphasized providing equal opportunities, safety, and mentorship for work-life balance to encourage more women. DGCA Director General Faiz Ahmed Kidwai highlighted women in top roles and launched an internship program to boost young women's participation.

Key Points: DGCA Promotes Women in Aviation with Equal Opportunities

  • Women's growing role in aviation
  • DGCA's equal opportunity policies
  • Focus on safer work environments
  • Mentorship for work-life balance
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'Safer environment, equal opportunities': DGCA on International Women's Day

DGCA officials highlight initiatives for a safer, inclusive environment and increased women's participation in civil aviation on International Women's Day.

"We are giving equal opportunities based on merit and transparency... - Shweta Singh"

New Delhi, March 8

Women have made great inroads in the civil aviation industry, with the regulatory body providing equal opportunity and a work-friendly environment to encourage more women's participation, an official said on the occasion of the International Women's Day 2026, which is observed on March 8.

This global event celebrates women's social, economic, cultural, and political achievements while serving as a call to action for gender equality.

Deputy Director, Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Ekta Agrawal told ANI, "... I am very satisfied and lucky to be in this organisation... When we joined the DGCA, we hardly saw any women here... We have good leadership skills and good maintenance skills... For every woman officer here, their family has been their backbone... We are not at all discriminated..."

Chief Flight Operations Inspector, Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Shweta Singh, said that they provide training to girls to maintain equilibrium between professional demands and personal life.

"I have been inspired by a lot of senior professionals and mentors who have a lot of emphasis on safety.... Women in themselves are very professional by nature.... We are giving equal opportunities based on merit and transparency... We have encouraged a lot of women to work with us, making the work environment safer, so that they can just walk in and work in aviation and encourage a lot of other people to do that... We mentor girls on how to have a work-life balance...," Singh told ANI.

DGCA DG Faiz Ahmed Kidwai noted how the women have secured top ranks across the industry, moving from pilots to other divisions.

"We have women employees in DGCA at various positions here, right from our pilots to other divisions of DGCA. We actively promote and encourage women's participation in the organisation and the industry... We have recently launched an internship program, and we have asked for applications. I would request and encourage more women's participation in that, especially our young students..."

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great initiative. But the real test is on the ground. Are women getting equal pay for the same roles? Are there enough facilities like creches for working mothers? Hope this isn't just for IWD.
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Shweta Y
My daughter wants to be a pilot. Reading about mentors like Shweta Singh gives me so much confidence. The focus on work-life balance training is crucial. More such role models are needed!
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Aman W
This is progress. From hardly any women to securing top ranks - that's a journey. The internship program is a smart move to get young talent early. Hope other government departments follow DGCA's lead.
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Kavya N
"Family has been their backbone" - this is so true for Indian working women. It's not just about office policies, but support at home that makes success possible. Kudos to all the families behind these achievers.
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David E
Interesting to see India's aviation sector making these strides. The emphasis on safety and merit-based opportunities is the right approach. The global industry can learn from such inclusive models.

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