New Delhi, March 31 -- A day after the airport tariff regulator, the Airports Economic Regulatory Authority of India (AERA), allowed Delhi airport to increase the user development fee (UDF) by up to 528%, private operator GMR Group justified the hike on the grounds that it would enhance infrastructure at the airport and help position it as a global aviation hub.
GMR emphasised that the increase in aeronautical charges, effective from April 16, aligns with the consultation paper circulated by AERA in January.
On Friday, the regulator approved a higher, class-based UDF for economy and business class travellers, with the UDF for premium class travel rising to Rs.810 from Rs.129 per passenger.
"In line with the public consultation paper issu...