India Re-Elected to ICAO Council’s Part II Category

India has been re-elected to Part II of the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), a specialized agency of the United Nations. The re-election, announced during the 42nd ICAO Assembly in Montreal, Canada, reaffirms India’s status as one of the largest contributors to international civil air navigation infrastructure.

What Is ICAO and What Does Part II Mean?

ICAO is a UN agency that manages the principles and techniques of international air navigation and fosters the planning and development of international air transport. The ICAO Council is divided into three parts,

• Part I includes states of chief importance in air transport.
• Part II includes states making the largest contributions to international air navigation services.
• Part III represents states with special interests in air navigation or aviation.

India’s re-election to Part II reflects its significant technical and infrastructural contribution to international aviation.

Highlights of the Re-Election

The re-election took place on September 27, 2025, during the 42nd ICAO Assembly Session. India’s continued presence on the Council positions it to,

• Influence global aviation standards and practices
• Strengthen cooperation on aviation safety, security, and sustainability
• Shape future policy directions in the rapidly evolving aviation sector

The Ministry of Civil Aviation emphasized that the re-election is a recognition of India’s leadership and active engagement in global civil aviation governance.

Key points

• Event: Re-election to ICAO Council – Part II
• Date: September 27, 2025
• Location: Montreal, Canada
• ICAO: UN agency for international air navigation
• India’s Role: Major contributor to air navigation facilities