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India has been successfully re-elected to the ICAO Council with an even stronger mandate than before. The country secured more votes than in the 2022 elections, showing growing international confidence in its aviation leadership. This marks India's continued presence on the council for 81 years as a founding member since 1944. The victory follows active campaigning by Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu and diplomatic efforts by the External Affairs Ministry.

Key Points: India Re-elected to ICAO Council with Stronger Mandate

  • India received increased vote share compared to 2022 elections
  • Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu actively campaigned for support
  • India maintains uninterrupted ICAO Council presence for 81 years
  • Ministry of External Affairs conducted diplomatic outreach to member states
  • India committed to aviation safety, security and sustainability goals
  • Global players show keen interest in India's growing aviation market
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India re-elected to ICAO Council with stronger mandate

India wins re-election to ICAO Council with increased vote share, reflecting global confidence in New Delhi's aviation leadership for 2025-2028 term.

"India secured more votes than its victory in the last elections held in 2022 - Official Statement"

New Delhi, Sep 30

: India has been re-elected to Part II of the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), a specialised UN agency, with the part comprising states making the largest contribution to the provision of facilities for international civil air navigation, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday.

India secured more votes than its victory in the last elections held in 2022, reflecting the growing confidence among member states in New Delhi’s leadership and commitment to international civil aviation, the statement said.

The latest election took place on September 27, during the 42nd ICAO Assembly Session, being held in Montreal.

On September 2, the Ministry of Civil Aviation hosted a reception for Ambassadors and High Commissioners in New Delhi ahead of the 42nd ICAO Assembly Session. On this occasion, Minister for Civil Aviation Rammohan Naidu had sought the support of member states for India’s candidature for re-election for the 2025-2028 term.

The Ministry of External Affairs supported this effort through continuous engagement with other member states, reaffirming India’s strong commitment to the objectives of the ICAO. Its diplomatic outreach strengthened India’s campaign for the ICAO Council elections. The Representative of India at ICAO headquarters also actively canvassed support for India’s re-election, the statement said.

During his visit to Montreal, Rammohan Naidu also held bilateral meetings with other member states and engaged with global aviation industry stakeholders. As one of the fastest-growing aviation markets in the world, India has attracted keen interest from global players in areas such as aircraft component manufacturing, MRO and skill development.

A founding member of ICAO since 1944, India has maintained an uninterrupted presence on the Council for 81 years. It continues to play a pivotal role in advancing ICAO’s mission to promote safe, secure, sustainable, harmonised, and gender-inclusive international civil aviation. India is actively engaged in policy development, regulatory frameworks, and international aviation standards.

The ICAO Assembly, convened every three years, is the organisation’s sovereign body, comprising all 193 signatory states to the Chicago Convention. The 36-member ICAO Council, elected by the 193 member states during the Assembly, serves as the governing body for a three-year term.

For the 2025–2028 term, India reaffirms its commitment to strengthening international aviation safety, security, and sustainability. It is also committed to promoting equitable growth in air connectivity, advancing technology and innovation and supporting the ICAO’s "No Country Left Behind" initiative, the statement added.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Great diplomatic achievement! The MEA and Civil Aviation Ministry worked really well together on this. Hope this translates into better air connectivity and more affordable international flights for Indian travelers.
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David E
As someone working in aviation, this is significant. India's 81-year uninterrupted presence on the council shows consistent commitment. The "No Country Left Behind" initiative is particularly important for developing nations.
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Sarah B
While this is good news internationally, I hope our government also focuses on improving domestic aviation infrastructure. Many regional airports still need better facilities and connectivity.
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Arjun K
Being a founding member since 1944 and maintaining continuous presence for 81 years - that's an incredible legacy! This re-election with stronger mandate will help India shape global aviation policies that benefit our growing market.
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Meera T
The focus on gender-inclusive aviation and sustainability is commendable. Hope India uses this position to push for more women in aviation leadership roles and greener technologies in the industry. 🌱

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