As the Indian aviation sector experiences unprecedented growth and transformation, the need for a responsive
and forward-looking legal framework has never been more urgent. Recognising this, Aviakul Group of Companies,
in collaboration with National Law University Delhi (NLU, Delhi), organised the two-day
4th International Conference on Emerging Trends in Aviation MRO Industry (EAMRO 2025) along with the 1st International
Conference on Aviation Law. The conference witnessed participation from top industry experts, legal academia,
government officials, students, and international delegates. `
The ceremonial lighting of the lamp and the presentation of a memento to Hon’ble Justice Mishra by Vice
Chancellor, as well as a felicitation to Shri Vaibhav Varun by Prof. Ruhi Paul, marked the formal commencement
of the event.
Prof. (Dr.) G. S. Bajpai, Vice Chancellor, NLU Delhi, in his Opening Remarks, highlighted the rapid
transformation of India’s aviation sector, now the third-largest domestic market globally, with a government vision
to expand operational airports to 350–400. He emphasized aviation as a key driver of economic growth, with a
growing focus on sustainability. Initiatives like UDAN and DigiYatra are improving accessibility, feasibility, and
passenger experience, supported by infrastructure development and evolving legal challenges. He outlined the
need to examine the shifting legal framework, especially considering the Make in India initiative and new
legislations like the Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam, 2024 and the Protection and Interest of Aircraft Objects
(PIAO) Bill, 2025. He extended a special welcome to Hon’ble Mr. Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra and noted that
a key outcome of the conference would be the development of a consolidated document for submission to the
Government of India for policy consideration. He acknowledged the effort of stakeholders such as AAI, Aviakul
Group of Companies, MoCA, and NLU Delhi.
Vaibhav Varun, (Managing Director, Aviakul) in his welcome address highlighted the aim of the conference to
bring engineers and lawmakers together on a common platform for a greater collaboration to shape the aviation
industry growth
Hon’ble Justice Mr. Prashant Kumar Mishra, Chief Guest for the event, highlighted India’s significant aviation
transformation, tracing its roots to Tata Airlines in 1932. He emphasized the need for a responsive legal system to
meet the evolving demands of the aviation industry, given its human-centric nature. Referencing foundational
laws like the Aircraft Act of 1934 and Aircraft Rules of 1937, he noted India’s progress in aligning its legal
infrastructure with global standards.
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