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ixigo launches special fares for armed forces
MUMBAI: ixigo, India’s AI-powered travel platform, has rolled out a special treat for the country’s armed forces. Serving and retired personnel, along with their families, can now enjoy up to 25 per cent off on select domestic flights.
The offer is available on IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air and SpiceJet. Travellers simply need to select the ‘Armed Forces’ fare option when searching for flights on ixigo’s app or website, provide a valid armed forces or dependant ID during booking, and show it at airport check-in to confirm their journey.
ixigo group co-CEO Rajnish Kumar and group CEO Aloke Bajpai said, “Armed Forces fares are our way of recognising the courage and commitment of those who protect our nation. We hope to make air travel easier, more comfortable and hassle-free for them and their families. This is a small step to acknowledge their sacrifices while supporting their travel needs.”
With this initiative, ixigo adds a dash of gratitude to every flight, giving those who serve a smoother take-off and a warmer welcome at their destination.
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Emami names Dhruv Aggarwal as chief growth officer
Former Bain partner steps in as FMCG firm sharpens growth playbook
MUMBAI: Emami Limited has appointed Dhruv Aggarwal as its chief growth officer, effective 25 March 2026, following the resignation of Giriraj Bagri.
Aggarwal joins the FMCG major from Bain & Company, where he most recently served as partner. With over two decades of experience across consulting and strategy, he brings a global perspective shaped by work across India, the US, the UK and Germany.
During his tenure at Bain, Aggarwal advised consumer, retail and media companies on large-scale transformations, business turnarounds and growth strategies. He was also closely involved with India’s startup ecosystem, guiding early-stage ventures on scaling and digital expansion, while supporting private equity and venture capital firms on investment decisions.
His earlier stints include a brief role at Barclays Capital and operational experience at Jindal Power, giving him a mix of financial and industry exposure.
Academically, Aggarwal holds an MBA from Indian Institute of Management Bangalore and has also been associated with University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign as a PhD candidate and teaching assistant.
The appointment comes at a time when Emami Limited is looking to sharpen its growth strategy in a competitive consumer market. With a seasoned strategist now at the helm of growth, the company appears set to double down on transformation and expansion in the months ahead.
