Air India hesitates over Navi Mumbai airport shift citing higher costs and operational hassles

The sticking points are charges and inefficiency, not capacity

Air India has signaled reluctance to move part of its operations to the new Navi Mumbai International Airport. The airline says the shift could mean higher charges and operational inefficiencies, amid broader stress in the aviation sector. Air India also argues that stronger incentive structures are needed to persuade airlines. Its position could shape how quickly and in what form the airport develops.