The History Of Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport

Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI for short) is the busiest airport in India, catering to over 67 million passengers every year. The airport has a long aviation history, dating back to the 1930s. Let’s dig into the past of IGI and its rise to the busiest in India.

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