SpiceJet has announced the appointment of Sanjay Kumar as Executive Director, effective November 3, 2025, marking a key leadership move as the airline gears up for its next phase of expansion and business transformation.
In his new role, Kumar will lead SpiceJet’s strategic initiatives aimed at boosting growth, enhancing operational efficiency, and strengthening the airline’s position in India’s competitive aviation sector. He will report directly to Ajay Singh, Chairman and Managing Director of SpiceJet.
With over 30 years of experience in the aviation industry, Sanjay Kumar brings deep expertise in network planning, revenue management, marketing, and commercial strategy. He has previously held top leadership roles at several major airlines, including Chief Commercial Officer at IndiGo, where he played a pivotal role for nearly 12 years, and Chief Strategy & Revenue Officer for over three years. Kumar has also served as President & CEO at InterGlobe Technology Quotient and COO at AirAsia India.
Expressing enthusiasm about his return, Kumar said, “I am excited to re-join SpiceJet at a pivotal time in its journey. The Indian aviation market offers tremendous opportunities, and I look forward to working with the team to drive expansion, enhance operational efficiencies, and deliver greater value to customers and stakeholders.”