India, Nov. 2 -- By Amrit Prakash

New Delhi [India], November 2 (ANI): Rising aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices and their impact on operating costs remain a significant challenge for IndiGo, with fuel accounting for approximately 40 per cent of the airline's total expenses, compared to around 32 per cent for the global aviation industry, IndiGo CEO Willie Walsh said.

Walsh said, "Jet fuel prices are currently at record levels, making the operating environment challenging for airlines, particularly in India, where fuel constitutes a significantly higher share of overall operating costs", adding, "IndiGo is managing the impact of elevated fuel prices as effectively as possible."

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