AS”) and Regulation 33 and 52 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (“SEBI Listing Regulations”).
The summarised financial highlight is depicted below:
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Particulars
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Consolidated
|
Standalone
|
| |
March 31, 2026
|
March 31, 2025
|
March 31, 2026
|
March 31, 2025
|
|
Revenue from operations (including other operating income)
|
14,807.41
|
10,414.24
|
4,242.26
|
1,263.40
|
|
Other income
|
393.34
|
421.65
|
53.48
|
3.68
|
|
Total Income
|
15,200.75
|
10,835.89
|
4,295.74
|
1,267.08
|
|
Revenue share paid / payable to concessionaire grantors
|
3,443.58
|
2,634.78
|
1,206.31
|
278.25
|
|
Operating and other administrative expenditure
|
5,606.92
|
4,013.53
|
1,669.81
|
303.56
|
|
Total expenses
|
9,050.50
|
6,648.31
|
2,876.12
|
581.81
|
|
Depreciation and amortisation expenses
|
1,836.66
|
1,910.43
|
56.37
|
16.97
|
|
Finance costs
|
3,858.53
|
3,704.67
|
1,253.68
|
962.39
|
|
Share of profit of investments accounted for using equity method
|
239.53
|
184.82
|
-
|
-
|
|
Profit/ (loss) before exceptional items and tax
|
694.59
|
(1,242.70)
|
109.57
|
(294.09)
|
|
Exceptional items - (loss)/ gain
|
(108.50)
|
607.39
|
(13.29)
|
106.14
|
|
Profit/ (loss) before tax
|
586.09
|
(635.31)
|
96.28
|
(187.95)
|
|
Tax expenses / (Credit)
|
113.70
|
181.59
|
(45.77)
|
2.79
|
|
Profit/ (loss) after tax (A)
|
472.39
|
(816.90)
|
142.05
|
(190.74)
|
|
Other comprehensive (loss)/ income for the year, (B) net of tax
|
(136.28)
|
10.99
|
5,371.00
|
(149.82)
|
|
Total comprehensive income/ (loss) (A+B) for the year, net of tax
|
336.11
|
(805.91)
|
5,513.05
|
(340.56)
|
The Board of Directors is pleased to present the 30th Board's Report together with the Audited Financial Statements of GMR Airports Limited (formerly GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited) (“GAL” or “the Company”) for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2026.
GAL is a leading global infrastructure conglomerate with unparalleled expertise in designing, building, and operating Airports in India and overseas and airport allied services.
The Company handled around 121.6 Mn passengers during FY 2026. The GMR Group operates the iconic Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi (“IGIA”/ “Delhi International Airport”), the largest airport in India. The Group also operates the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad (“Hyderabad International Airport”/ “RGIA”), a pioneering greenfield airport known for several technological innovations, and the Manohar International Airport, Mopa, Goa (“MIA”/ “Goa Airport at Mopa”), India's first destination airport that offers everything a tourist looks for, i.e., liveliness in the serene lap of nature, making it a perfect destination for leisure and holistic tourism.
The Group's greenfield projects made decisive progress during the year. The Bhogapuram International Airport in Andhra Pradesh achieved 99.73% physical progress as of June 30, 2026, secured all key regulatory approvals, and is poised for the commencement of commercial operations during August 2026. The airport was formally inaugurated by the Hon'ble Prime Minister of India on August 01, 2026.
GAL also took over the operations, management and development of the Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport in Nagpur, Maharashtra with effect from June 25, 2026. Strategically located in Central India, Nagpur serves as a critical hub for both passenger and cargo traffic, playing a pivotal role in regional connectivity. The Company is embarking on a plan for phased development that will enhance the airport's passenger and cargo handling capacity, positioning it as a key airport. This transformation is set to not only enhance connectivity within the Vidarbha region but also strengthen its economic infrastructure.
In terms of overseas footprint, the Company operates Kualanamu International Airport in Medan, Indonesia, under a strategic partnership with PT Angkasa Pura, Indonesia. Further, the Company is developing the new Crete International Airport at Heraklion, Greece, in partnership with GEK Terna. This counts as the first instance, where an Indian airport operator won a concession to build and operate a European airport. The Group also continues to provide technical services to the Mactan Cebu International Airport, in Philippines.
While we continue to expand the airport portfolio, we recognise that airports have evolved far beyond their traditional role as transit hubs. Today, they function as integrated ecosystems encompassing mobility, commerce, logistics, and customer experience. In line with this vision, the Company is building multiple growth engines that extend well beyond the runway,
transforming its airports into gateways for sustainable value creation. Against this backdrop, the Company achieved several significant milestones during the year in strengthening and scaling its non-aeronautical adjacency businesses.
Performance Highlights- FY 2025-26
Performance Highlights of the Company on a consolidated basis for the FY 2025-26:
Passenger Traffic at Delhi International Airport during FY 2025¬ 26 remained broadly stable at 78.7 Mn, demonstrating resilience amid the scheduled runway upgradation and temporary airspace- related disruptions. Passenger Traffic at Hyderabad International Airport increased by 3.4% YoY to its highest ever at 30.48 Mn. Passenger Traffic at the Goa Airport at Mopa increased by approximately 15% YoY to its highest ever at 5.4 Mn.
The Company significantly expanded its non-aero adjacency businesses during the year. GAL commenced duty free operations at Delhi International Airport from July 28, 2025, and at Hyderabad International Airport from September 10, 2025. In March 2026, GAL was formally awarded the concession to upgrade, modernise, finance, operate, manage and maintain the Cargo Terminal 1 at Delhi International Airport after emerging as the selected bidder.
In a major expansion of the cargo vertical, GAL emerged as the Selected Bidder in August 2025 for the Cargo City at Delhi International Airport for the development of state-of-the-art cargo and logistics facilities over 50.5 acres.
After the year end, GMR Nagpur International Airport Limited (“GNIAL”), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, completed the operational takeover of Nagpur's Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport ("Nagpur International Airport") with effect from June 25, 2026, marking the commencement of operations under the concession agreement signed with MIHAN India Limited in October 2024.
The Bhogapuram International Airport achieved overall physical progress of 99.73% as of June 30, 2026, secured all key regulatory approvals including the Aerodrome Licence, and successfully completed Operational Readiness and Airport Transfer trials, positioning the airport for commencement of commercial operations during August 2026.
Construction of the Crete International Airport, in Greece progressed to approximately 74% as of June 2026.
Clean Energy and Climate: Delhi and Hyderabad International Airports continued to operate on 100% renewable/green electricity, and both airports hold Level 5 ACI's Airport Carbon Accreditation. MIA has recently achieved Level 3 of this accreditation.
Financial Performance
The Audited Financial Statements (Standalone and Consolidated) of the Company as on March 31, 2026, have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 (“Act”), relevant applicable Indian Accounting Standards (“Ind
Consolidated
During FY 2025-26, the Company delivered a strong financial performance, supported by improved airport operations, implementation of revised tariffs at Delhi International Airport and growth in airport ecosystem businesses including duty free, retail, advertisement, cargo, ground handling, hospitality, and car park activities. Revenue from operations increased by 42.2% to ' 14,807.41 Crore from ' 10,414.24 Crore in the previous year, while total income grew to ' 15,200.75 Crore from ' 10,835.89 Crore. Despite higher operating costs and finance costs, the Company reported a profit before exceptional items and tax of ' 694.59 Crore, compared to a loss of ' 1,242.70 Crore in FY 2024-25.
After accounting for exceptional loss of ' 108.50 Crore and tax expense of ' 113.70 Crore, the Company reported a profit after tax of ' 472.39 Crore, as against a loss of ' 816.90 Crore in the previous year, marking the Company's first consolidated profit after tax in more than a decade. Total comprehensive income for the financial year stood at ' 336.11 Crore, compared to a comprehensive loss of ' 805.91 Crore in FY 2024-25.
Standalone
During FY 2025-26, the Company recorded a significant improvement in its standalone financial performance driven by increase in non-aeronautical revenue, sale of traded goods, dividend income and consultancy revenue. Revenue from operations increased to ' 4,242.26 Crore from ' 1,263.40 Crore in the previous year, while total income stood at ' 4,295.74 Crore as against ' 1,267.08 Crore in FY 2024-25. The Company after accounting for exceptional loss of ' 13.29 Crore and tax credit of ' 45.77 Crore, reported a profit after tax of ' 142.05 Crore, as against a loss of ' 190.74 Crore in FY 2024-25. Total comprehensive income for the year stood at ' 5,513.05 Crore, compared to a comprehensive loss of ' 340.56 Crore in the previous year.
There are no material changes or commitments except those already disclosed in this report, affecting the financial position of the Company which have occurred between the end of FY 2025-26 and the date of this report.
Dividends
The Directors in line with the Company's Dividend Distribution Policy, considering that the Company has made profit after over a decade and with a view to conserve resources for future growth, have decided that it would be prudent not to recommend any dividend on equity shares for the FY 2025-26.
However, pursuant to the terms of Unlisted Non-Cumulative Optionally Convertible Redeemable Preference Shares (“OCRPS”) issued by the Company, the Board of Directors, at its meeting held on May 27, 2026, recommended a dividend, at a predetermined rate of 0.001% p.a., amounting to ' 0.0004 per OCRPS for the FY 2025-26, out of profits, on the fully paid up 6,51,11,022 OCRPS of the Company, aggregating to ' 26,045 (Rupees Twenty Six Thousand and Forty Five Only), for approval of the Members at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
Reserves / Appropriation to Reserves
The Board of Directors does not propose to transfer any amount to General Reserves from surplus during the FY 2025-26. The major reserves of the Company on standalone basis for FY 2025-26 and the previous year are as follows:
|
Particulars
|
March 31, 2026
|
March 31, 2025
|
|
General reserve
|
174.56
|
174.56
|
|
Surplus in statement of profit and loss
|
974.03
|
833.23
|
|
Capital reserve
|
141.98
|
141.98
|
|
Fair valuation through other comprehensive income ('FVTOCI') reserve
|
58,457.06
|
53,084.81
|
|
Equity component of foreign currency convertible bond (FCCB)
|
479.35
|
479.35
|
|
Capital reserve on merger
|
(3,367.81)
|
(3,367.81)
|
|
Securities premium
|
1,306.98
|
1,306.98
|
|
Optionally Convertible Redeemable Preference Shares (OCRPS)
|
260.44
|
260.44
|
|
Special Reserve u/s 45-IC of Reserve Bank of India ('RBI') Act
|
81.05
|
81.05
|
|
Total
|
58,507.64
|
52,994.59
|
Dividend Distribution Policy
The Board has adopted the Dividend Distribution Policy in terms of Regulation 43A of SEBI Listing Regulations. As part of the periodic review, the Board, in its meeting held on February 13,
State of the Affairs of the Company and its Subsidiaries
A brief overview of the development of the Company and each of the major subsidiaries businesses is presented below. Further, MDA, forming part of this Report, also brings out review of the business operations of the Company, major subsidiaries and jointly controlled entities.
Airport Sector
The Company's airport business comprises six operating airports viz., Delhi International Airport, Hyderabad International Airport, Goa Airport at Mopa, Nagpur International Airport, Bidar Airport in Karnataka in India, and Kualanamu International Airport in Medan, Indonesia. Two assets are under construction viz., Bhogapuram International Airport (new Visakhapatnam Airport) in Andhra Pradesh, India and Crete International Airport in Greece. GMR continues to serve as the Technical Services Provider to the Mactan Cebu International Airport in the Philippines until December 2026.
In addition, GAL continues to pursue opportunities for new airports as and when they arise, including the next round of regional airports being privatised by the Government of India, and will selectively explore international opportunities. The Company also continues to drive growth through airport-related adjacencies, including Operations & Maintenance of airport infrastructure, Duty Free and Cargo.
Indian Aviation Industry
FY 2025-26 was a year of resilient but moderated growth for the Indian aviation sector. After the strong rebound of the post¬ pandemic years, traffic momentum normalised as the industry contended with fleet shortages, periodic airspace disruptions, weather-related interruptions and elevated geopolitical uncertainties. Domestic passenger traffic stood at approximately 339 Mn passengers, growth of 1.4% YoY. International passenger
2026, had reviewed and updated the Dividend Distribution Policy of the Company. The Dividend Distribution Policy is disclosed on the website of the Company at
https://www.amraero.com/investor-relations/corporate-aovernance/policies
traffic remained comparatively resilient at approximately 81 Mn passengers, growth of 4.2% YoY. Overall passenger traffic across India reached approximately 420 Mn, growth of ~2% YoY.
The financial performance of Indian airlines remained under pressure during FY 2025-26. While passenger load factors remained healthy and yields were relatively supportive, airlines faced rising cost pressures arising from foreign exchange depreciation, operational disruptions and crude oil prices rose sharply following geopolitical tensions in the West Asia towards the close of the year, resulting a rise in ATF prices, while 35%- 50% of key airline costs remained dollar-linked, keeping margins exposed to commodity and currency volatility.
Operationally, supply-side constraints persisted throughout the year. Engine reliability and broader supply-chain issues resulted in approximately 99 aircraft remaining grounded across selected airlines as of March 2026, roughly 11 %-13% of the industry fleet, an improvement from the 20%-22% grounding levels witnessed in 2023, but continuing to constrain capacity deployment and elevate wet-lease and maintenance costs. The year also saw the implementation of stricter Flight Duty Time Limitation regulations which resulted in disruptions at IndiGo in December 2025. Following an aircraft accident in June 2025, Air India temporarily reduced around 15% of its international wide-body capacity as part of enhanced safety and inspection measures. Towards the end of the year, escalating tensions in the West Asia resulted in airspace restrictions, flight cancellations and rerouting of long- haul international services, adversely impacting international traffic flows during March 2026 and adding to fuel costs. Despite these challenges, Indian carriers maintained strong Passenger Load Factors ("PLFs"), with domestic PLFs reaching approximately 89.5% in March 2026, reflecting the underlying strength of air travel demand.
While ICRA revised its FY 2026-27 outlook on the Indian Aviation Industry from Stable to Negative in March 2026 citing rising fuel
prices, depreciation of the Indian Rupee against the USD, disruptions in international airspace and the resulting pressure on airline profitability. However, the long-term outlook for the Indian aviation sector remains positive. The sector continues to be supported by strong structural drivers, including rising air travel penetration, robust demand for domestic and international travel, improving airport infrastructure and enhanced regional connectivity. According to ICRA, over ' 1 Lakh Crore of investment is expected in airport infrastructure over the next four to five years through new greenfield airports, brownfield expansion projects and Airports Authority of India development programmes. Indian carriers continue to pursue fleet expansion and network growth strategies to cater to long-term demand, while the Government's UDAN regional connectivity scheme which had operationalised 95 airports, including heliports and water aerodromes, and 677 routes as of June 30, 2026 continues to widen the domestic aviation network.
An overview of the operations of the Company's assets during the year is briefly given below:
Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL)
Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) is a subsidiary of the Company, with shareholding comprising GMR Airports Limited (74%) and Airports Authority of India (26%). DIAL develops, operates and manages the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), New Delhi, under a long-term concession framework. With passenger terminal capacity of about 105 Mn passengers per annum, two cargo terminals and four operational runways, IGIA remains India's largest airport and one of the most significant aviation gateways in Asia.
Highlights of FY 2025-26:
During FY 2025-26, IGIA handled 78.7 Mn passengers and 1.15 Mn metric tonnes of cargo, underscoring the resilience of the airport's operating model amid geopolitical volatility, airline-specific operational issues and temporary traffic disruptions. Thus, passenger traffic was broadly stable year on year, while cargo volumes grew 3.5%, enabling IGIA to retain its position as India's largest cargo handling airport. DIAL also reported a strong financial turnaround during the year, supported primarily by implementation of the revised aeronautical tariff for the fourth control period and continued growth in non-aeronautical revenues.
IGIA expanded its network to 162 destinations, comprising 87 domestic and 75 international destinations, and served 69 airline partners during the year.
The airport also strengthened its positioning as a connecting hub. DIAL secured government approval for the Hub-and-Spoke initiative, with Delhi identified as the first implementation hub. In FY 2025-26, the airport handled about 7.5 Mn domestic-to- international transfer passengers, up from 4.1 Mn in FY 2024-25, and transfer traffic rose to nearly 25% of overall passenger volumes against 24% during last year. Dedicated transfer processes, international-contact gates, transfer areas, DigiYatra- enabled e-gates and segregated passenger movement corridors supported this shift toward a more hub-oriented operating model.
Operational Performance:
Domestic passenger traffic stood at 57.2 Mn, while international traffic remained broadly stable at 21.6 Mn. Air traffic movements increased to 487.8 thousand for the year, including 369.1 thousand domestic movements and 118.7 thousand international movements.
The airport continued to set important operating records despite muted passenger growth. During the year, IGIA recorded its highest-ever passenger and aircraft movement activity on peak days, while highest ATM activity in a single hour reached 96. The year also demonstrated the resilience of the airport ecosystem during the transition of cargo operations and the continuing evolution of the airports hub strategy. Operational efficiency was further strengthened through a 21% reduction in average aircraft taxi time, which improved from 3.8 minutes in FY 2024-25 to 3.0 minutes in FY 2025-26, enhancing airside efficiency, reducing fuel burn and emissions, and supporting regulatory and operational performance objectives.
From a commercial standpoint, non-aeronautical revenue per passenger reached the highest level in the airport's history, growing 10% year-on-year. DIAL further strengthened its premium and experiential offerings through the introduction of new lounges, global brand launches, and enhanced food and beverage concepts. As part of this strategy, Terminal 1 at IGI Airport welcomed celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay's first restaurant in India through an exclusive licensing partnership with Travel Food Services (TFS). Along with several other premium retail and hospitality additions, these initiatives are enhancing the overall passenger experience, reinforcing the strategic importance of non-aeronautical revenues as a key driver of the airport's long¬ term growth and profitability.
Capacity augmentation initiatives of FY 2025-26
DIAL maintained its strategic focus on optimizing available infrastructure while preparing for future growth. Rather than depending solely on greenfield additions, the airport advanced a set of operational and terminal reconfiguration initiatives intended to unlock additional capacity within the existing footprint.
• Terminal 2 was refurbished and operationalised in October 2025, enabling traffic reallocation and better balancing of terminal loads.
• Pier C at Terminal 3 was converted to international operations, increasing international passenger handling capacity at Terminal 3 by approximately 10 Mn passengers per annum and improving wide-body handling capability.
• Airside capacity was enhanced from 1,522 to 1,700 ATMs per day through process improvements and better stand utilisation.
• The airport's realigned terminal capacity reached 105 Mn passengers per annum, with domestic capacity of about 74 Mn and international capacity of about 31 Mn from FY 2026-27 onward.
Passenger Experience & Operating Efficiency initiatives
• Launched Family@DEL, an integrated family and group travel journey featuring dedicated entry, check-in and security
zones, family seating areas, buggy assistance and stroller support.
• Expanded the Virtual Information Desk and 360-degree virtual map across terminals to improve self-service and wayfinding.
• Operationalised DigiYatra at Terminal 1 and further extended touchless processing across the airport ecosystem.
• Advanced APOC Phase 2 through deeper integration of terminal, airside, landside and technical operations, supported by real-time KPI monitoring.
• Enhanced Unified Total Airside Management (UTAM) use cases to support turnaround visibility, airside space management and safety alerts.
• Developed in-house analytics capability through Azure Databricks and GenAI-enabled dashboards for operational and strategic decision-making.
• Revamped the Delhi International Airport website with multilingual capability and WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility compliance, making it the first airport website in India to achieve that standard.
• Expanded premium passenger offerings through the launch of Encalm Xenia Lounge and Air India Maharaja Lounge at Terminal 3.
Sustainability Focus
Sustainability remained a core pillar of DIAL's operating philosophy. Delhi International Airport continued to operate on 100% renewable electricity, supported by a 7.84 MW airside solar installation and additional renewable power procurement through open access. Delhi International Airport maintained its position as the worlds largest airport to achieve ACI Level 5 Airport Carbon Accreditation, reflecting net zero carbon emissions for Scope 1 and Scope 2. The airport also continues to pursue net zero Scope 3 emissions by 2050.
• Maintained Level 5 Airport Carbon Accreditation, with a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 CO2 emissions and approved offset removals for the balance.
• Achieved Scope I Water Neutrality and received recognition at the Water Innovation Summit 2025 under the NITI Aayog- CII framework for excellence in water stewardship and sustainable water management.
• Continued transition towards green mobility, with 100% of DIAL-owned operational fleet converted to electric vehicles and ongoing adoption of EV infrastructure across the airport ecosystem.
• Retained strong green building credentials, including LEED- certified assets and sustainable design features across terminal infrastructure.
• Strengthened flood resilience, water stewardship and climate adaptation measures through rainwater harvesting, stormwater management and resilient infrastructure design.
• Achieved IGBC Net Zero Waste to Landfill Platinum certification for Terminals 1, 2 and 3 in the operations phase.
Awards and Accolades of FY 2025-26
• Recognized as the Best Airport in India and South Asia by Skytrax for the eighth consecutive year.
• Global ranking improved to 28th in the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2026, making Delhi the only Indian airport in the global Top 30.
• Skytrax rating retained at Level 4.
• Ranked 3rd globally in the 70+ Mn passengers category and 7th among the worlds best layover airports by Skytrax.
• Awarded the 2025 ASQ Customer Experience Award for Best Airport at Departures in the Asia-Pacific region for airports handling over 40 Mn passengers.
• Named Sustainability Champion and Best Airport of the Year at Wings India 2026.
• Awarded Cargo Airport of the Year India at the STAT Trade Times International Awards for Excellence in Air Cargo.
• Retained the "Utkrisht” category under the 5S Workplace Management Standard, with improved score of 93.57% as audited by the National Productivity Council.
• Recognised by ACI World as the 11th Busiest Airport globally by passenger traffic.
GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited (GHIAL)
GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited ("GHIAL”) is a joint venture company promoted by the Company (74%) in partnership with Airports Authority of India (13%), and Government of Telangana (13%), and has a long-term agreement to develop, operate and manage the Hyderabad International Airport.
Highlights of FY 2025-26:
Hyderabad International Airport continued to strengthen its position as a leading airport in India through focused investments in digital innovation, operational efficiency, and passenger experience.
During the year, Hyderabad International Airport further enhanced its AI-enabled Airport Predictive Operations Centre (APOC), improving real-time decision-making, congestion forecasting, resource planning, and collaborative airport operations to support seamless passenger journey.
The airport actively promoted the Government of India's Fast Track Immigration-Trusted Travellers Programme (FTI-TTP), increasing adoption of biometric-enabled immigration and improving passenger processing efficiency.
Passenger experience initiatives included the operationalisation of new travellators, introduction of low-height buggies, upgraded family facilities, enhanced digital assistance platforms, and improved terminal amenities, reinforcing RGIA's commitment to accessibility, convenience, and service excellence.
Operational Performance:
During FY 26, RGIA handled 30.48 Mn passengers, with recording 2,08,812 Air traffic Movements ("ATMs”) at 3% Y-o-Y growth and processed 1,93,850 Metric Tonnes ("MTs”) of Cargo at 6% Y-o-Y growth. Passenger traffic grew by 3.4% during the year, driven
primarily by strong international demand. International passenger traffic increased by 8.2% year-on-year to 5.46 Mn passengers, while domestic traffic reached 25.02 Mn passengers, registering a growth of 2.4% over FY 25. This sustained growth underscores Hyderabad International Airport's expanding role as a key aviation hub and gateway in the region.
As of March 31, 2026, RGIA was connected to 74 domestic and 26 international destinations, compared to 72 domestic and 24 international destinations in the previous year. During FY 26, the Airport expanded its route network with the addition of two new domestic destinations - Navi Mumbai and Purnia, and three new international destinations - Hanoi, Addis Ababa, and Amsterdam. The Airport also welcomed three new international airline partners: Vietnam Airlines (Vietnam), Ethiopian Airlines (Ethiopia), and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (Netherlands). These additions further strengthened Hyderabads domestic and global connectivity, enhancing RGIAs position as a key aviation gateway and supporting greater passenger and cargo movement across strategic markets.
On the Cargo front, FY 26 marked another year of strong growth and strategic progress for the Airports air cargo business. The overall tonnage increased by 6% over FY 25. International and domestic cargo volumes registered healthy growth of 6% and 7%, respectively, while import volumes recorded an impressive 17% increase, reflecting strengthening trade flows and enhanced connectivity. International ATM movements grew by 13%, supported by capacity expansion and sustained airline partnerships.
Capacity augmentation initiatives FY 2025-26
• Having completed the capacity expansion to 34 Mn passengers, GHIAL is now planning the next phase of capacity enhancement to cater to the rapidly growing passenger traffic in the coming years. The strategy for GHIAL is to expand the current southern terminal's capacity from 34 MPPA by modifying operational processes and targeted infrastructure modifications/additions with minimal capital expenditure.
• The airports cargo infrastructure expansion programme continues to progress in line with its long-term cargo growth strategy. The expansion of Cargo Terminal 1 ("CT1”) is currently underway and is planned for completion in FY 27. In addition, Phase I of Cargo Terminal 2 ("CT2”) was completed and inaugurated in Q4 FY 26. With the commissioning of CT2 Phase I, the airports annual cargo handling capacity has increased by 50,000 MTs, bringing the current capacity to approximately 200,000 MTs. Upon completion of the CT1 expansion, the total cargo handling capacity is expected to reach approximately 300,000 MTs per annum, enabling the airport to accommodate future growth in cargo volumes and further reinforcing Hyderabads position as a key air cargo and logistics hub in India.
• GHIAL successfully secured DGCA approval for the CAT III infrastructure upgrade of Runway 09R, enhancing low- visibility operations and strengthening airport operational resilience.
Passenger Experience & Operating Efficiency initiatives FY 2025-26
Continuing its commitment to delivering world-class passenger experiences and operational excellence, GHIAL strengthened its passenger-centric approach during FY 2025-26 through enhanced governance, data-driven decision-making, digital innovation, accessibility initiatives, and customer engagement programs. Several key milestones were achieved during the year:
• GHIAL strengthened its Airport Predictive Operations Centre (APOC), leveraging AI-driven predictive analytics and real¬ time operational management to achieve ~80% congestion prediction accuracy, 90% flight resource planning stability, and 90% SLA adherence across passenger touchpoints. The platform enhanced resource utilisation, operational control, turnaround predictability, and passenger experience through proactive decision-making and collaborative airport operations.
• GHIAL actively promoted the Fast Track Immigration Trusted Travellers Programme (FTI-TTP), a flagship Government of India initiative, to enhance passenger facilitation through biometric-enabled, contactless immigration processing. Driven by sustained stakeholder engagement and awareness campaigns, FTI-TTP utilisation increased from 1.31% in September 2025 to 3.75% in March 2026, while registered users grew by 2X. The increased adoption of automated e- gates reduced congestion at manual immigration counters, enhanced passenger experience through faster clearance times.
• As part of its continued focus on enhancing passenger experience, GHIAL operationalised four of the nine planned travellators across the terminal during FY 26, improving passenger mobility and reducing walking distances. The balance five travellators are targeted for completion in FY 27.
• GHIAL implemented structured audit, passenger insight, and behavioural analytics initiatives to continuously enhance passenger experience standards, driving improvements in wayfinding, crowd management, and service delivery while strengthening readiness for global service quality assessments.
• Low-height buggies were introduced for senior citizens, passengers with reduced mobility, expecting mothers, and families with young children, enhancing accessibility and enabling seamless movement across the terminal.
• Domestic Kids Play Area is upgraded and introduced a new Kids Play Area for international passengers.
• A dedicated Pushpak Bus Lounge was established with seating, charging points, and ticket booking facilities
• GHIAL refurbished its Yoga Rooms with upgraded flooring, yoga mats, and supporting amenities, creating a more inviting wellness space for passengers.
• Multilingual digital passenger assistance platforms, including Virtual Information Displays, chatbots, and Pocket FIDS, were enhanced to provide real-time flight information, wayfinding, airport services, and passenger support, enabling seamless self-service and improved passenger convenience across the airport.
• The Therapy Dog Programme continued to support passenger well-being, helping travellers de-stress and enhancing the overall airport experience through empathy- led engagement.
• Curated music programmes, festive and cultural decor, and passenger engagement initiatives were undertaken to create a welcoming terminal environment.
• GHIAL also focuses on creating and delivering a well- rounded shopping, retail and commercial services experience for the passengers and visitors, which in turn provides a strong and growing source of revenue streams for the airport. Some such initiatives include:
• Opening of a variety of high-end retail and food & beverage outlets, providing passengers a wide selection of shopping and dining options to enhance their overall travel experience.
• Opening of 29 new stores during the year, taking the total number of stores across the airport to 322. This includes 9 F&B outlets, 13 retail stores and 7 related to other services.
• Launching of the HOI loyalty programme, including Pay with HOI and Airport Lounge Access on the HOI platform, to enhance passenger convenience through exclusive offers, a seamless digital journey and valuable points redemption, thereby driving higher engagement and customer satisfaction.
• GHIAL further strengthened premium retail & F&B offering with the launch of the Luxury Zone, featuring three globally recognized high-end brands - Brooks Brothers, BOSS and Michael Kors - alongside Hyderabad Streat, thereby further enhancing the airports luxury and lifestyle retail & F&B dining experience.
Sustainability Focus
GHIAL has always had a strong focus on environment
management and sustainability processes. During FY 25-26,
GHIAL received various awards and accolades in this regard
• RGIA continues to hold highest level of certification, Level 5 of the ACI - Airport Carbon Accreditation.
• The expanded passenger terminal was awarded the LEED Platinum certification under the LEED v4 Building Design and Construction: New Construction and Major Renovations rating system. The terminal earned 84 points from the U.S. Green Building Council, placing it among the highest-rated airport facilities globally for sustainable design and performance.
• Honoured “National Energy Leader” and “Excellent Energy Efficient Unit” at the 26th National Award Ceremony for 'Excellence in Energy Management' organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
*In addition to the above, some of the continuing best environment practices at GHIAL include:
• Operationalised India's first integrated electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure on the airside, tailored for airlines and ground handling operations.
• Carbon Sink Development: Extensive greenbelt and natural vegetation have been established across the airport premises to act as carbon sinks.
• Transition to 100% Green power: GHIAL has fully transitioned to sustainable green power for all airport operations and its wider ecosystem. This shift is enabled by a combination of RGIAs 10/MWp solar power plant and green energy supplied by TGSPDCL, resulting in a substantial reduction in carbon emissions.
• Energy-Efficient Operations: Multiple measures have been adopted to optimise energy use across operations. These include the conversion of conventional lighting to LED across the terminal, HVAC optimisation based on operational requirements through efficient cooling towers and chiller plants, replacement of major conventional vehicles with electric vehicles (EVs), and a reduction in diesel generator usage enabled by the Fast Bus Transfer System (FBTS).
• Water Stewardship: RGIA operates four storm water reservoirs with a storage capacity of 10.35 lakh KL for domestic use and groundwater recharge, while its STPs recycle 4,550 KLD of sewage to support sustainable water management, and the airport also operates with a Zero Liquid Discharge facility.
• Sustainable Airside Operations: Adoption of single-engine taxiing and use of Bridge Mounted Equipment (BME) with Fixed Electrical Ground Power Units (FEGPU) and Pre¬ conditioned Air (PCA) to minimize emissions from Auxiliary Power Units (APUs).
Awards and Accolades
The airport continues to win prestigious awards for its exceptional
services, and operational excellence. Some of the highlights
include:
• The Skytrax ranking of RGIA has improved from 56 in 2025 to 43 in 2026 in the list of Skytrax top 100 global airports
• Achieved LEED Platinum certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) in 2025 for the Passenger Terminal Building, reflecting world-class sustainability standards.
• The Skytrax rating has been successfully retained at Level 4.
• Successfully achieved ACI Accessibility Accreditation Level
2.
• Successfully achieved ACI Customer Experience Accreditation Level 4.
• RGIA has been named as the Best Airport at Arrivals Globally by ACI ASQ 2025 under 25-30 MPPA category.
• Won the prestigious '1st Best Airport Staff in India & South Asia 2026' award by Skytrax.
• Won the prestigious '2nd Best Regional Airport in India and South Asia 2026' award by Skytrax.
• Won the prestigious '3rd Best Airport in India and South Asia 2026' award by Skytrax.
• Won the prestigious '8th Best Airport Globally' award by Skytrax under 25-30 MPPA category.
• Honoured as the Fastest Growing Metro Airport and Fastest Growing Cargo Airport 2025 at India Travel Awards 2025 and India Cargo Awards 2025.
• Honoured with the Pharma Airport of the Year (India) award at the Cold Chain Unbroken (CCUB) 2025 event.
• Awarded Innovative Airport of the Year India at Air Cargo India 2026.
GMR Goa International Airport Limited (GGIAL)
GMR Goa International Airport Limited (“GGIAL”) is a company promoted by GAL (99.99%), and has a long-term agreement to develop, operate and manage the Goa Airport at Mopa.
Highlights of FY 2025-26:
After launching its domestic operations in January 2023 and international operations in July 2023, MIA achieved an impressive operational performance in FY 2026. The airport handled 5.4 Mn passengers, 37,500+ ATMs & 5,700+ MTs of Cargo volume reflecting its strong demand, efficient operations, and attractive offerings.
On a Goa system basis, during FY 26, MIA handled ~47% of total Goa air traffic during the third year of operations and ~75% of Goa's International air traffic. MIA offers superior infrastructure, amenities, and customer service to its passengers and airlines, making it the preferred gateway to Goa.
During FY 26, MIA was able to enhance international connectivity by connecting 14 international destinations, including 3 new destinations (Novosibisk, Astana and Almaty) which were never connected to Goa earlier.
MIA has received high ratings from ACI with a 4.96 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) score during year ending March 2026 and was ranked 64th by Skytrax world airport rankings, improving from 80th rank during previous year. MIA has also been rated as the Best Airport in 5 Mn Category and the Cleanest Airport in India & Southeast Asia by Skytrax for 2 consecutive years.
Sustainability Focus:
EHS and Sustainability Management are an integral part of GMR ethos. Some of the key initiatives taken up by GGIAL in this respect are as follows:
• MIA achieved Level 3 of the ACI - Airport Carbon Accreditation
• Certified for Environment Management System (EMS), ISO 14001:2015
• IGBC Platinum Rating under IGBC Green New Buildings Certification (Owner Occupied) project #IGBCNBO190084
• Achieved a targeted Level 2+ Carbon Neutrality certification from ACI-ACA, Green House Gas (GHG) Emissions mapping being carried out
• Onsite 5MW Solar Power generation unit commissioned from the 1st day of Airport Operations
• Sewage is recycled in Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) and effluent reused for irrigation of landscape
• Integrated Solid Waste Management Facility to handle Municipal Solid Waste (MSW)
• Airport Noise Zone Mapping was conducted and same is approved by Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)
• Bridge Mounted Equipment (BME) Fixed Electric Ground Power Unit (FEGPU) and Precondition Air (PCA) unit commissioned from the 1st day of Airport Operations
• Electric Buses deployed by Ground Handling Agency
• Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) and illumination at all buildings with LED for Energy Conservation
Awards and Accolades:
• Retaining the 1st Place in the Best Environmental Practices Competition by GSPCB, GoG consistently for 3 consecutive years
• Conferred with Energy Efficiency Award by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)
• Gold Recognition by CII for Business Excellence Maturity Assessment
GMR Visakhapatnam International Airport Limited ("GVIAL")
GMR Visakhapatnam International Airport Limited (GVIAL) is a company promoted by GAL (99.99%) and has developed the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport, a greenfield airport located approximately 45 kilometres northeast of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
The airport is designed to handle 6 Mn passengers per annum in its initial phase, with provision for future expansion in line with traffic growth.
FY 2025-26 was a landmark year for the Bhogapuram International Airport project, with the development progressing from the construction phase to the final stages of operational readiness. Construction activities continued at an accelerated pace across the runway, taxiways, apron, terminal building, utilities and supporting infrastructure, resulting in overall physical progress reaching 99.73% as of June 30, 2026, ahead of three-year timelines from Appointed Date (December 14, 2026) envisaged under the Concession Agreement.
The airport has been developed with technology, sustainability, operational efficiency and future scalability at its core. Designed as a next-generation aviation gateway, Bhogapuram International Airport integrates several environmentally sustainable features, including a 5 MW on-site solar power plant that will contribute significantly towards meeting the airport's energy requirements thus reducing carbon footprint. The airport also incorporates energy-efficient building systems, smart building management systems, high-efficiency HVAC and LED lighting, extensive use of natural daylight paving the way for LEED Pre-Platinum rating for Passenger Terminal Building, preservation of 50% of runoff water through rainwater harvesting, sewage treatment with zero liquid discharge and the plant shall also help 1/3rd of water requirement to be met through recycled water. The airport is developed in line with global best practices in sustainable infrastructure and reflects GVIAL's commitment to responsible and environmentally conscious airport development.
During the year, GVIAL achieved several critical regulatory, operational and project milestones. Key approvals and clearances obtained inter alia includes Calibration Flight, Commercial Validation Flight, Security Vetting, Consent to Operate (CTO) and Aerodrome License as required for airport operations.
GVIAL also successfully completed extensive Operational Readiness and Airport Transfer (ORAT) trials involving airport systems, processes and stakeholder agencies. Issues identified during the trials were systematically addressed and closed, ensuring readiness of operational procedures prior to airport commissioning.
Significant progress was also achieved in organisational and stakeholder preparedness. This included onboarding of key stakeholders, familiarisation and operational training programs, recruitment of manpower across functions, development of operational processes, and coordination with airlines, government agencies and service providers to facilitate a smooth transition into commercial operations.
With all major project components substantially completed and all key approvals being in place, the project is poised for commercial operations. The airport was inaugurated by the Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on August 1, 2026. The airport is scheduled to start operations in August 2026.
Medan Airport
GMR Airports operates, manages Kualanamu International Airport through an SPV. GMR holds 49% stake in the project SPV with 51% held by PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia.
Highlights of CY 2025:
• Indonesia's aviation sector has yet to fully recover to pre¬ pandemic levels, primarily due to persistent supply-side constraints, particularly limited aircraft availability, which continue to restrict capacity across the region.
• Medan Airport handled a total of 7.03 Mn passengers in CY 2025 (flat compared to CY 2024). While international traffic rose by 6% YoY to 2.4 Mn, domestic traffic declined by 5% to 4.6 Mn during CY 2025.
• Despite these market challenges, Medan Airport demonstrated strong resilience in 2025, achieving significant milestones in both route development and service quality.
• The airport successfully expanded its international network by attracting new airlines and increasing capacity on existing routes. Thai AirAsia launched a four-times-weekly Phuket Medan service, while Etihad Airways commenced three- times-weekly Abu DhabiMedan operations in June and October 2025, respectively. Both routes represent first-ever direct connections for Medan. Regional connectivity was further strengthened by Batik Air Malaysia, which introduced a third daily Kuala Lumpur service and launched daily flights to Penang in August and December, respectively. Looking ahead, Scoot will launch daily SingaporeMedan services from February 2026, while Salam Air is scheduled to commence MuscatMedan operations in July 2026.
• On the domestic front, connectivity continued to improve with the introduction of flights to Mandailing Natal in February 2025. Existing domestic routes, particularly Jakarta,
Batam, and Takengon, also recorded increased frequencies. In addition, Pelita Air will introduce a second daily JakartaMedan service effective January 2026.
• Beyond aeronautical operations, the airport made significant progress in strengthening its non-aeronautical business. Through a competitive selection process, several globally recognised partners were onboarded across duty-free, retail, cargo operations, and lounge services, enhancing the airport's commercial offering. Several leading international food & beverage and retail brands; many of which are entering the Medan market for the first time were also introduced. In parallel, contracts with existing partners were successfully renegotiated to deliver improved commercial terms while strengthening governance across key operational areas, including cargo, fuel services, and terminal infrastructure.
• These strategic initiatives delivered strong commercial outcomes. Compared with 2019, total non-aeronautical revenue increased by 69%, while non-aeronautical revenue per passenger grew by 93%. These results reflect not only improved financial performance but also a significantly enhanced passenger experience across the airport ecosystem.
Operational improvements:
The airport continued to implement targeted operational
initiatives to enhance passenger experience, improve efficiency,
and maximise existing infrastructure as detailed below:
• Passenger capacity and terminal flow were improved through selective operational reconfiguration, including the conversion of the existing domestic baggage claim belt into a swing baggage system capable of serving both domestic and international flights. This enhancement provides greater flexibility in gate and baggage belt allocation while supporting the continued growth of international operations.
• Passenger processing has been significantly enhanced through the implementation of the Immigration eGate system and the All-Indonesia Application (Electronic Arrival Card Service). These digital initiatives have substantially reduced immigration and customs processing times, improving operational efficiency while delivering a faster and more seamless arrival experience.
• The airport avoided major capital expenditure while continuing to enhance the passenger experience by refurbishment of eight Passenger Boarding Bridges (PBBs) to improve operational reliability, passenger comfort, and boarding facilities, alongside critical repairs to the terminal's MEP ducting and ceiling systems, which significantly improved indoor temperature control and overall terminal comfort.
• Operational safety, efficiency, and sustainability were further strengthened through the replacement of departure apron lighting with energy-efficient LED systems. The upgrade improved airside visibility and operational performance while reducing energy consumption, maintenance requirements, and long-term operating costs.
• Given the slower-than-expected recovery of domestic traffic and the operational improvements implemented to optimise existing capacity, the airport has been able to defer the planned Immediate Capacity Augmentation (ICA) project, which would expand terminal capacity to 15 Mn passengers per annum.
• This allows capital expenditure to be phased in line with demand while maintaining service quality and operational efficiency.
Crete International Airport
GMR Airports and its Greek partner, TERNA, signed a Concession Agreement with the Greek State for design, construction, financing, operation and maintenance of the new International Airport of Heraklion at Crete in Greece. The concession period is 35 years including the design and construction phase of five years. Concession commenced on February 6, 2020. With the award of this contract, GMR became the first Indian Airport Operator to win a bid to develop and operate a European Airport. This was also GMR Groups first foray into the European Union region.
Highlights of CY 2025:
• The overall construction progress of the Airport as of June 2026 stands at approximately 74%. Significant advancements have been made across various sections of the project.
• Terminal Building: BHS works have been substantially completed in the baggage make-up area, including the installation of EDS scanners. BHS works are currently in progress in the arrival hall and check-in hall. Flooring works have been substantially completed in the arrival hall and check-in hall and are progressing in other areas. MEPF, HVAC, IT-MSI, glass fapade, and Fixed Link Bridge works are also in progress.
• Control Tower: Structural works have been fully completed. Control cabin structural steel installation has been completed, and fapade works are in progress. MEPF, IT, and architectural finishing works are ongoing in both the Control Tower and Technical Building.
• On the Airside works, Runway pavement works have been fully completed, and AGL cabling works are in progress. In the apron area, PQC pavement works and GPU infrastructure works are progressing. Underground fuel hydrant works have been completed.
• The Commercial Joint Venture (CJV) with 60% GMR Group and 40% Terna stake was approved by the Greece General assembly in August 2024. The CJV shall have exclusive rights to non-aero revenue and real estate business at the airport. The CJV entity has been incorporated in June 2025.
Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA)
GMR is continuing to serve as the Technical Services Provider to MCIA until December 2026.
Highlights of CY 2025:
• MCIA recorded total passenger traffic of 11.6 Mn in CY2025, comprising 8.6 Mn domestic passengers and 3.0 Mn international passengers, representing approximately 3% growth vs CY 2024.
• Both domestic and international passenger traffic improved compared with CY 2024. International traffic growth was supported by stronger inbound demand from key regional source markets such as South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, and broader Southeast Asia.
• MCIA s international growth outlook is further strengthened by the addition of new and recently launched routes to Guam, Kuala Lumpur, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Cheongju, Macau, and Brisbane, enhancing Cebus direct connectivity with regional leisure markets and higher-spending passenger segments. In addition, government-led tourism initiatives, including simplified visa access and visa-free entry privileges introduced in 2025, are expected to support incremental traffic from emerging growth markets such as India and China. On the domestic front, Catarman was added as a new route, further expanding MCIAs domestic network.
• MCIA also continued to strengthen its position as a leading airport in the region through several key recognitions. It became the first airport in the Philippines to win the ACI ASQ Award for two consecutive years, 2024 and 2025, under the “Best Airport” category for 5-15 MPPA in Asia-Pacific, reflecting its strong focus on customer experience. MCIA also received the Skytrax “Most Improved Airport” Award in 2025 and was recognized as Best Airport in Asia by the Travel Trade Excellence Awards. In line with its sustainability agenda, MCIA sustained Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 1 in 2025, demonstrating continued progress toward sustainable airport operations.
• Under Technical Service Agreement, GMR delivered another year of strong operational performance, safety, and sustainability achievements. The airport maintained zero safety incidents, reflecting our unwavering commitment to a safe operating environment. We achieved 100% compliance with the Minimum performance standard required under concession agreement. On-Time Performance (OTP) reached 83%, highlighting continued improvements in operational efficiency and service delivery.
GMR Airports Limited - Airport Adjacency Business
Drawing on more than one and a half decades of expertise in the Airport services value chain, the Company has strategically developed a strong portfolio of asset-light airport-adjacency businesses over the past few years. This strategic focus enables the Company to unlock greater value across the airport ecosystem.
Our Consumer focussed businesses include Duty Free, Food & Beverage, Retail and Car Park services. The enterprise focused businesses comprise of Cargo and Logistics services. The services portfolio is also complemented by Operations & Management services and Project Management Consultancy services.
During the year, the Company achieved a significant milestone, as it started operating duty-free businesses at Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), Delhi, effective July 28, 2025, post winning the concession last year.
With IGIA handling 21.6 Mn international passengers in FY 26, the Duty-Free business represents a significant addition to GAL's non-aeronautical revenue portfolio.
GAL further expanded its Duty-Free portfolio by starting operations at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) under the Retail Master Concession, effective September 10, 2025, post winning the concession last year.
On May 15, 2026, pursuant to the Government directive, DIAL terminated the existing concession agreement with t^eiebi. The Company was subsequently entrusted with the operation, maintenance and management of the existing Cargo Terminal at IGIA under the prevailing concession terms, ensuring uninterrupted cargo operations. Following the interim concession, DIAL initiated a competitive bidding process in November 2025 for the appointment of the Operator for Cargo Terminal-1 at IGIA. The Company was selected as the successful bidder and awarded the concession in March 2026 to finance, design, develop, construct, operate, manage, maintain and transfer Cargo Terminal 1 at IGIA, New Delhi.
At the upcoming new Visakhapatnam International Airport, GAL was awarded the long-term concession to operate and manage the airport's non-aeronautical facilities and services. The concession encompasses Duty Free, Retail, Food & Beverage (F&B), Car Park & Ground Transportation, Advertising, Foreign Exchange (Forex), and other commercial services. With the airport expected to commence operations in Q2 FY 2026-27, The Company is focused on developing a comprehensive non¬ aeronautical offering that delivers a distinctive passenger experience while maximizing commercial value.
To strengthen its presence in the Food & Beverage (F&B) segment, GAL operationalized a joint venture with Travel Food Services (TFS), one of India's leading airport F&B operators. The joint venture company, GMR Hospitality Limited (GHL), commenced operations at Manohar International Airport, Goa, in January 2023, followed by the commencement of operations at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad, in May 2024.
As of March 31, 2026, GHL operates 20 owned-and-operated outlets and 4 sub-leased outlets at Manohar International Airport, Goa, and 33 owned-and-operated outlets and 9 sub-leased outlets at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad. The Company continues to optimize its F&B portfolio across both airports to enhance the passenger experience and maximize commercial value.
Premiumization remains a key strategic priority across GAL's Non¬ Aero adjacency businesses with a focus on enhancing the passenger experience and driving higher value creation. One of the key initiatives under this strategy is the development of luxury clusters featuring leading global and premium brands across the Company's airport portfolio.
At Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad, this strategy is reflected in the development of a luxury retail cluster within the Domestic Security Hold Area (SHA). The initiative strengthens the airport's premium retail offering, elevates the customer experience and supports higher commercial yields.
In addition to the above, the Company is actively evaluating opportunities across cargo, duty free and airport services segments within its focus geographies. The Company believes these opportunities have the potential to further expand its portfolio of airport-adjacency businesses over the short to medium term, reinforcing its presence across the airport services value chain and supporting long-term value creation.
Airport Land Development (ALD)
Airport Land Development (ALD) continues to be a key value driver for the Company, with FY 2025-26 marking another year of strong growth and strategic progress across Delhi, Hyderabad, Goa and Bhogapuram.
As part of its strategy to unlock value from its airport city-side land banks, the Company continued to advance its Airport Land Development portfolio through a balanced mix of self¬ development, strategic partnerships, and land monetisation across multiple asset classes, including commercial offices, hospitality, retail, healthcare, industrial and logistics.
As part of its digital transformation agenda, ALD has deployed the Salesforce platform for Real Estate Asset Management, establishing an integrated, end-to-end system for managing hospitality and retail built-up space leasing across the asset lifecycle. The platform strengthens leasing and asset management capabilities through process standardization, enhanced operational efficiency, improved customer engagement, and data-driven decision-making.
Aerocity Delhi
Aerocity Delhi continued to strengthen its position as one of India's premier airport-led mixed-use developments, with multiple self-development and partner-led projects progressing across various stages of construction and operationalisation.
Aerocity Delhi became North India's first IGBC Platinum-certified Hospitality District, awarded by the Indian Green Building Council, demonstrating GMR's firm commitment to sustainability and wellness in its developments.
DIAL's flagship commercial self-development project is progressing as planned, with pre-leasing discussions underway with marquee occupiers and handover targeted in Q3 FY 27. The Terminal Hotel in the Terminal District and the General Aviation Annexe office building have reached substantial completion, with handover expected in Q2 FY 27. Bharti Realty commissioned the first phase of its office development and commenced construction of Phase II. Asset-13 (DB RealtyPrestige JV), which experienced delays due to global disruptions, has now reached an advanced stage of construction and is expected to become operational during FY 27.
Expanding the destination's asset mix, DIAL executed a License Agreement with AIG Hospitals for the development of a 500+ bed healthcare facility at Aerocity. DIAL also entered into a Branding and Management Agreement with Hilton for the development of Waldorf Astoria and Hilton hotels at Asset-3 in the Hospitality District.
Infrastructure development across the Gateway and Downtown districts continued in a phased manner. The first phase of trunk infrastructure supporting Bharti Realty's office development has been completed and handed over, while enabling infrastructure works are progressing in line with the construction schedules of key developments, including Bharti Integrated Retail, DIAL's commercial project and Asset-3.
Development of DIAL's commercial project, the Terminal Hotel and the General Aviation Annexe (fit-out works) continued to progress well. Pre-development activities, including design works for Asset-3, were also initiated during the year.
The operational Hospitality District further strengthened its position as a vibrant urban destination. The Square continued to attract leading Indian and international brands while enhancing visitor engagement through curated events, Aerocity Live magazine (in partnership with Burda Luxury), digital platforms and UTSAV, the dedicated cultural venue for workshops, performances, exhibitions and community engagement.
Aerocity Hyderabad
Aerocity Hyderabad continued to execute its strategy of developing an integrated ecosystem comprising commercial offices, retail, hospitality, entertainment, logistics, industrial developments and a multi-product SEZ, while progressively increasing the share of self-development and joint development projects.
The year witnessed significant progress across multiple asset classes.
Industrial & Logistics
• Executed Build-to-Suit Agreements to Lease with XDLINX and TechnipFMC for Phase II industrial facilities within the SEZ.
• Successfully handed over the Safran Engine MRO facility, which was inaugurated by the Hon'ble Prime Minister.
• Completed the acquisition of ESR's stake in the Logistics Park, and closed leasing agreements with light industrial tenants Quark and Qucev at attractive rental values and the park is now 100% leased
Hospitality: GMR Hospitality and Retail Limited (GHRL) delivered a strong operating performance during FY 2025-26. The Hotel Division, comprising Novotel, the Transit Lounge and the Convention Centre, reported revenues of ' 138.31 Crore representing a 23% year-on-year growth, with an EBITDA of ' 53.19 Crore at a margin of 38%.
Novotel Hyderabad Airport achieved its highest-ever annual revenue of ' 119 Crore since commencing operations in 2008, supported by an Average Room Rate (ARR) of ' 11,281 and a Gross Operating Profit (GOP) margin of 50%. The hotel was ranked among the Top 10 Novotel hotels globally in 2025 and received the Times Hospitality Awards 2026 for Best Restaurant of the Year and Best Luxurious Night-Out Bar.
Construction has started for a 175-key Taj Vivanta hotel as part of the long-term plan to create a robust mixed-use hotel and commercial district.
Business Park: Office leasing remained robust with the signing of Skyroot for 10,000 sq. ft. at Tower II. Both Business Park Towers are now fully occupied with tenants such as OSI Systems, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Skycell, Cube Highways, Regus, Nipro, HMSHost, HBL and SGD Pharma.
Retail: Construction of the interchange destination retail project has progressed at a rapid pace. Pre-leasing commitments increased to over 46%, with several leading domestic and international brands signing LOIs including The Bear House, Miraggio Bags, Bagline Luggage and Harajuku Tokyo Cafe & Bake House.
Overall, the transactions executed during the year enabled GHIAL's real estate entities to generate healthy cash flows while
further reinforcing the confidence of global investors and occupiers in Aerocity Hyderabad as a preferred business destination.
Aerocity Goa
Aerocity Goa continues to focus on developing a destination- led mixed-use district comprising hospitality, MICE, food & beverage, retail and entertainment offerings.
In June 2026, the Sub-License Agreement also has been executed with Podar Education Trust for the development of a school on a 2.5-acre land parcel, further strengthening the social infrastructure within the region.
Aerocity Bhogapuram
Aerocity Bhogapuram continues to advance the development of the proposed 500-acre Aerospace & Defence Park as a key component of its long-term growth strategy.
To support this vision, consultant has been engaged to undertake a comprehensive market demand assessment, providing strategic insights into industry requirements, validating market potential, and facilitating future land monetisation opportunities.
Aerocity Nagpur
Following the formal takeover of Nagpur Airport operations, the Company has initiated the planning process for the Airport City development. Design activities, master planning and business development initiatives for the city-side land are being undertaken to establish a long-term development roadmap and unlock the value of the land bank.
Raxa Security Services Limited (Raxa)
Raxa Security Services Limited (Raxa), established in 2005, is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company. Raxa was initially formed to safeguard GMR Group's assets in India. In 2011, Raxa expanded its operations to provide comprehensive security solutions to external clients across a range of industries including aviation, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, information technology, energy, logistics, hospitality, educational institutions, infrastructure and government establishments.
Raxa employs over 9,500 security personnel deployed across 17 states in India under valid PSARA licenses. Over the years, Raxa has secured numerous contracts from prestigious clients and has consistently demonstrated its ability to deliver high-quality security and integrated risk management services.
Raxa is certified with ISO 29993:2017 for learning services management, reflecting its continued commitment to professional training, capability development and operational excellence.
Raxas service portfolio comprises specialized divisions delivering manned guarding services, integrated technical security solutions, fire protection services, ManTech solutions, risk consulting and comprehensive training programs through the Raxa Academy.
The Raxa Academy, situated on a 100-acre campus, is affiliated with the Management & Entrepreneurship and Professional Skills Council (MEPSC) under the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC). Recognized as a Centre of Excellence by MEPSC, the Academy provides specialized training programmes
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Sl. No.
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ISIN
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No. of NCBs
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Face Value (' in Lakhs)
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Date of Allotment of NCBs
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Amount of NCBs (' in Crores)
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1.
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INE776C08059
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1,10,000
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1,00,000
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February 25, 2025
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1,100
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2.
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INE776C08067
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40,000
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1,00,000
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April 3, 2025
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400
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3.
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INE776C08083
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1,50,000
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1,00,000
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August 13, 2025
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1,500
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INE776C08075
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4,40,000
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1,00,000
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August 13, 2025
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4,400
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Total
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7,40,000
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7,400
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in physical security, fire safety and drone operations. During the year, the Academy further strengthened its capabilities through fire-fighting courses accredited by Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), completion of ISO 45001:2018 certification, continued ISO 29993:2017 compliance, a 5S Utkrisht certification score of 91.81, resumption of DGCA-recognized drone training programmes and strategic collaborations with organisations including Threat Studies Group (TSG) and the Department of Higher Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh.
As part of its long-term growth strategy, Raxa accelerated its transformation under the Raxa 2.0 programme, focused on evolving from a manpower-intensive security provider into a technology-enabled integrated security solutions company with the launch of Raxa Shield, an ICCC AI enabled platform. Raxa strengthened its ManTech capabilities through strategic partnerships with EaseMyAI for AI-powered security analytics and IdeaForge for Drone-as-a-Service solutions, while continuing to develop integrated technology-led offerings for both GMR Group entities and external customers.
Raxa's continued focus on quality, innovation and operational excellence has been recognized through multiple industry accolades. During the year, Raxa received recognition from the International Institute of Security and Safety Management (IISSM), CBRE and CAPSI for excellence in security services, safety and training.
With its comprehensive portfolio of security services, technology- enabled solutions, advanced training infrastructure and strategic partnerships, Raxa continues to strengthen its position as an integrated security solutions provider.
Consolidated Financial Statements
In accordance with the provisions of the Act, SEBI Listing Regulations read with IndAS 110 - Consolidated Financial Statements and IndAS 28 Investments in Associates and Joint Ventures, the Audited Consolidated Financial Statements forms part of this Annual Report.
Holding, Subsidiaries, Associate Companies and Joint Ventures
As on March 31, 2026, the Company has 26 subsidiary company(ies) and 1 associate company, including a joint venture. In addition, the Company's subsidiary(ies) have 10 associate company(ies). Further, as per Articles of Association of the Company, GMR Group has management control over the Company, accordingly, GEPL continues to be the Parent Company of the Company in terms of applicable Ind AS.
During FY 2025-26, GMR Airports Developers Limited LLC, Saudi Arabia; GMR Terna Commercial SA; GMR Logistics Park Private Limited (Formerly ESR GMR Logistics Park Private Limited) and GMR Cargo and Logistics Limited became subsidiary company(ies) of the Company effective from April 3, 2025, June 4, 2025, June 25, 2025 and September 11, 2025, respectively.
Further, Delhi Aviation Services Private Limited ceased to be an associate company of DIAL a subsidiary company of the Company, effective May 15, 2025, and Telangana Agri Irradiation Facility Limited became an associate company of GMR Air Cargo and
Aerospace Engineering Limited, another subsidiary company of the Company, effective from March 19, 2026.
The details of the Company's subsidiaries, associates and joint ventures, including associates of subsidiary companies, as on March 31, 2026, are provided in "Annexure A” to this Report. Pursuant to Section 129(3) of the Act read with Rule 5 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, a statement containing the salient features of the financial statements of the Company's subsidiaries, associates and joint ventures in Form AOC-1 is annexed as "Annexure B” to this Report. The statement provides details of the performance and financial position of each subsidiary, associate and joint venture, and their contribution to the overall performance of the Company.
Pursuant to the provisions of Regulation 16(1 )(c) of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the Company has adopted a "Policy for determining Material Subsidiaries” laying down the criteria for identifying material subsidiaries of the Company. As part of the periodic review, the said Policy was reviewed and revised during the year by the Board of Directors of the Company in its meeting held on February 13, 2026. The Policy may be accessed on the Company's website at https://www.gmraero.com/investor- relations/corporate-governance/policies.
In terms of aforesaid policy, Delhi International Airport Limited, GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited and Delhi Duty Free Services Private Limited were the material subsidiaries of the Company during FY 2025-26. However, based on the Audited Financial Statements of the Company as on March 31, 2026, the Company currently has only 2 material subsidiaries i.e., Delhi International Airport Limited and GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited for the FY 2026-27.
In terms of the provisions of Section 136 of the Act, the financial statements of each of the subsidiary company(ies) have been placed on the website of the Company at https://www.gmraero.com/investor-relations/financials-and- reports/annual-accounts-of-subsidiaries
The financial statements of each subsidiary, associate and joint venture company(ies) are available for inspection at the Company's registered office.
Changes in Share Capital
During the year under review, there was no change in the authorized share capital of the Company and it stood at ' 28,818.94 Crore, comprising 14,267,58,56,810 equity shares of ' 1 each, 10,00,000 preference shares of 1,000 each and 361,28,38,800 preference shares of ' 40 each.
Further, there was also no change in the issued, subscribed and paid-up share capital of the Company and it stood at ' 1,316.34 Crore, comprising 10,55,89,75,952 equity shares of ' 1 each aggregating to ' 1,055.90 Crore and 6,51,11,022 Optionally Convertible Redeemable Preference Shares (OCRPS) of ' 40 each aggregating to ' 260.44 Crore.
During the year under review, the Company has not issued shares with differential voting rights or sweat equity shares or shares held in trust for the benefit of employees where the voting rights are not exercised directly by the employees.
Debentures
The Board of Directors of the Company, at its meeting held on October 24, 2024, inter-alia, considered and approved issuance of 1,50,000 Rupee denominated, rated and listed, un-secured Non-Convertible Bonds of principal value of ' 1,00,000 each, aggregating to not more than ' 1,500 Crore, on a private placement basis, at a coupon / interest rate of 5% per annum. Pursuant to the said authorisation, the Management Committee of the Board of Directors approved the allotment of the aforesaid Non-Convertible Bonds ("NCBs”) on private placement basis, as under:
(a) 1,10,000 NCBs of face value ' 1,00,000/- each aggregating to ' 1,100 Crore allotted on private placement basis, on February 25, 2025;
(b) 40,000 NCBs of face value of ' 100,000/- each, aggregating to ' 400 Crore allotted on private placement basis, on April 3, 2025.
Foreign Currency Convertible Bonds ("FCCBs")
The Company, during the FY 2022-23, had issued and allotted 3,30,817 FCCBs of face value Euro 1,000 each aggregating to Euro 330.87 Mn (equivalent to ' 2,931.77 Crore) to Aeroports De Paris S.A. ("ADP”). The FCCBs have a tenure of 10 years and 1 day and carry an interest rate of 6.76% p.a. on a simple interest basis. Interest accrues on a yearly basis with first payment due on expiry of five years and subsequently every year thereafter.
The FCCBs are convertible into equity shares of the Company at the option of the FCCBs Holders at any time after the fifth anniversary of the closing date, i.e., March 24, 2028, in accordance with the terms of issue. The initial conversion price was fixed at ' 43.67 per equity share, subject to adjustments as provided in the FCCB terms. Upon conversion, the principal amount along with any accrued but unpaid or uncapitalised interest may be converted into equity shares of the Company.
During FY 2025-26, ADP transferred 20,000 FCCBs to GVL Investments SPV Private Limited, one of the Promoter Group Company. Further, subsequent to the close of the FY 2025-26, ADP transferred an additional 10,000 FCCBs to GVL Investments SPV Private Limited.
The outstanding principal value of the FCCBs may be converted into approximately 670,600,981 equity shares of the Company, subject to the terms of FCCBs.
Particulars of Loans, Guarantees, Securities and Investments
A statement regarding Loans / Guarantees given, Securities provided and Investments made along with the purpose for which the loan / guarantee or securities proposed to be utilised by the recipient, is mentioned in the notes to the Financial Statements.
Further, during the period under review, the Board of Directors of the Company in its meeting held on July 29, 2025, inter-alia, considered and approved issuance of up to 6,00,000 ' denominated, rated, un-secured and listed NCBs of principal value of ' 1,00,000 each aggregating to not more than ' 6,000 Crore on a private placement basis at a coupon/interest rate of 5% per annum. Pursuant to the said authorisation, the Management Committee of the Board of Directors approved the allotment of 5,90,000 NCBs of face value of ' 100,000/- each, aggregating to ' 5,900 Crore, on private placement basis, on August 13, 2025.
Further, during the year, the Company also voluntarily redeemed 5,00,000 ' denominated, rated, listed, un-secured, redeemable, Non-Convertible Bonds of face value of ' 1,00,000 each aggregating to ' 5,000 Crore on August 30, 2025.
Accordingly, as on March 31, 2026, the Company had 7,40,000 outstanding NCBs with an aggregate outstanding value of ' 7,400 crore, the details of which are provided below:
However, being an Infrastructure Company, the provisions of Section 186 of the Act [except sub-section (1)] are not applicable to the Company in terms of provisions of Section 186(11) of the Act.
Management Discussion and Analysis ("MDA")
In terms of the provisions of Regulation 34 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the Management Discussion and Analysis Report is set out in this Annual Report.
Corporate Governance
The Company continues to follow the GMR Business Excellence Model ("GBEM”), which is based on the globally recognized Malcolm Baldrige Framework for Performance Excellence and has been implemented across the GMR Group since 2010. Over the years, GBEM has become deeply embedded across the Group, driving a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and operational excellence.
Various break-through innovation initiatives and continuous improvement under the umbrella of GBEM framework yielded tremendous benefits in terms of cost savings, enhancing operational effficiences and new avenues for revenue generation. The key initiatives like 5S, Kaizens, Idea Factory, CIPs ("Continuous Improvement Projects”) and regular Business Excellence Assessments have been implemented with lot of rigor and enthusiasm. A robust governance structure is in place along with timely Rewards and Recognitions to GMRites contributing to these initiatives, has helped to grow and sustain these initiatives. The Company works towards continuous improvement in governance practices and processes, in compliance with the statutory requirements.
The Report on Corporate Governance as stipulated under relevant provisions of SEBI Listing Regulations forms part of this Annual Report. The requisite Certificate from the Practicing Company Secretary confirming compliance with the conditions of Corporate Governance is attached to the said Report.
Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report
As stipulated under Regulation 34(2)(f) of SEBI Listing Regulations, read with Master Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/ I/3762/2026 issued on July 11, 2023 and last updated on January 30, 2026 by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (“SEBI”), the Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report ("BRSR") for the FY 2025-26 describing the initiatives taken by the Company from Environmental, Social and Governance perspective forms part of this Annual Report.
M/s. Grant Thornton Bharat LLP, an Independent Assurance Agency has conducted the audit of BRSR core parameters (reasonable assurance) and non-core parameters (limited assurance) as stated in the Assurance Report for FY 2025-26 and has provided an Assurance Report which also forms part of this Annual Report. M/s. Grant Thornton Bharat LLP is an affiliate firm of M/s Walker Chandiok & Co LLP, Statutory Auditors of the Company.
Contracts and Arrangements with Related Parties
The Company has robust framework for identification and monitoring of all related party transactions. All transactions with related parties are placed before the Audit Committee for its prior approval. An omnibus approval from the Audit Committee is obtained for the related party transactions which are repetitive in nature. As part of the periodic review, the Policy on Related Party Transactions (“RPT Policy”) of the Company was reviewed and revised during the year by the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors of the Company in their meetings held on February 12, 2026 and February 13, 2026 respectively. The revised RPT Policy, as approved by the Board, may be accessed on the Company's website at https://www.gmraero.com/investor- relations/corporate-governance/policies.
All contracts / arrangements / transactions entered by the Company, during the FY 2025-26 with related parties including those referred in Section 188(1) of the Act, were in the ordinary course of business and on arms length basis. Accordingly, the prescribed Form AOC-2 is not applicable to the Company for FY 2025-26 and hence does not form part of this Report. Further, in terms of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the material relating party transaction was duly approved by the Members of the Company during the FY 2025-26.
During FY 2025-26, the Audit Committee had reviewed, on quaterly basis, the related party transactions vis-a-vis the omnibus approval(s) accorded by it and annually, the related party transactions approved as long-term contracts. In compliance with Regulation 23 of SEBI Listing Regulations, the related party transactions on consolidated basis were filed with the Stock Exchanges on a half-yearly basis. Note no. 34 to the standalone financial statements, sets out the disclosures relating to related party transactions.
Directors and Key Managerial Personnel
As on March 31, 2026, the Company's Board comprised of 20 Directors. The details of the Board and Committee compositions, and other details are available in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this Annual Report. In terms of the requirement of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the Board has identified core skills, expertise, and competencies in the context of the Company's business, which are also detailed in the Corporate Governance Report forming part of this Annual Report.
During the year under review, the following changes took place in the composition of Board of Directors of the Company:
1. At the 29th AGM of the Company held on September 29, 2025, the following Director(s), who were retiring by rotation and being eligible, were re-appointed as Director(s), liable to retire by rotation:
• Mr. Grandhi Kiran Kumar (DIN: 00061669);
• Mr. Srinivas Bommidala (DIN: 00061464).
2. The Board, based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, appointed following person(s) as Additional Director(s), in the category of Non¬ Executive Non-Independent Director(s) w.e.f. November 13, 2025. The Members subsequently approved the appointment of the said person(s) as Non-Executive Non¬ Independent Director(s), liable to retire by rotation, through Postal Ballot on January 16, 2026.
• Ms. Christelle Florence Nicole Jacquemet de Robillard (DIN: 10372191)
• Mr. Matthieu Daubert (DIN: 11373737)
• Mr. Regis Sebastien Lacote (DIN: 09135168)
3. Further, the Board, based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, also appointed following person(s) as Additional Director(s), in the category of Non-Executive Independent Director(s) w.e.f. November 13, 2025, to hold office for a first term of 5 consecutive years or up to the conclusion of 34th Annual General Meeting of the Company, whichever is earlier. The Members subsequently approved the appointment of the said person(s) as Non-Executive Independent Director(s), not liable to retire by rotation, through Postal Ballot on January 16, 2026.
• Mr. Normand Boivin (DIN: 11228805)
• Dr. Mathilde Lemoine (DIN: 11293586)
• Mr. Salil Anil Gupte (DIN: 08438601)
4. Mr. Suresh Lilaram Narang (DIN: 08734030), Independent Director of the Company, resigned from the directorship of the Company effective November 13, 2025, citing personal reasons and other professional commitments, also confirming that there were no other material reasons other than those provided. The Board placed on record the deep appreciation for valuable services and guidance provided by him during his tenure of directorship.
5. Mr. Antoine Roger Bernard Crombez (DIN: 09069083) resigned from his position of Alternate Director to Mr. Pascal, Non-Executive Director of the Company, effective from
December 16, 2025, citing personal reasons and other professional commitments.
6. In accordance with the provisions of Section 152 of the Act read with rules made thereunder and the Articles of Association of the Company, Mr. Grandhi Buchisanyasi Raju (DIN: 00061686), Mr. Philippe Pascal (DIN: 08903236) and Mr. Prabhakara Rao Indana (DIN: 03482239), Directors of the Company, are liable to retire by rotation at the ensuing 30th AGM of the Company and being eligible, have offered themselves for re-appointment. The Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the Board of Directors on the basis of their performance evaluation, have recommended the said re-appointment. The brief profile and other details of the aforesaid Director(s) as required under Regulation 36(3) of SEBI Listing Regulations and Clause 1.2.5 of the Secretarial Standard - 2, are given in the Notice of the 30th AGM.
Further, during the year under review, there were no changes in the Key Managerial Personnel(s) of the Company.
Meetings of the Board
A calendar of Board and Committee Meetings is prepared and circulated in advance to the Directors. During the year under review, Six (6) Board Meetings were held, the details of which are given in the Corporate Governance Report that forms part of this Annual Report. The intervening gap between two consecutive Board Meetings was within the period prescribed under the Act and SEBI Listing Regulations.
Board Evaluation
Annual performance evaluation of the Board, its Committees and Individual Directors was carried out during the year under review pursuant to the provisions of the Act and corporate governance requirements prescribed under SEBI Listing Regulations. The performance of the Board and its committees was evaluated based on various criteria, including composition and structure, effectiveness of processes, quality and timelines of information flow, governance practices and overall functioning in the manner as specified in the Corporate Governance Report forming part of this Annual Report.
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the Board reviewed the performance of Individual Directors based on criteria such as their participation and contribution at the Board and Committee meetings, preparedness on the matters to be discussed, meaningful and constructive contribution and inputs in meetings, etc. In addition, the performance of the Chairman was also evaluated with reference to the key aspects of his role and leadership responsibilities.
The Independent Directors, at their separate meeting held during the year under review, also reviewed the performance of the Non¬ Independent Directors, Chairman and the Board as a whole. The suggestions and the recommendations made by the Directors from the evaluation process were duly considered by the Board to further augment its effectiveness. A detailed update on the Board Evaluation process is also provided in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this Annual Report.
Policy on Directors Appointment and Remuneration
The Company has devised a Nomination and Remuneration Policy (“NR Policy”) which inter alia, sets out the guiding principles for identifying and ascertaining the integrity, qualification, expertise and experience and other attributes of persons for appointment as Director(s), Key Managerial Personnel (“KMP”) and Senior Management Personnel (“SMP”). The NR Policy also sets out guiding principles for the Nomination and Remuneration Committee for determining and recommending to the Board the remuneration of Managerial Personnel, KMPs and SMPs. As part of the periodic review, the Board has reviewed and revised the NR Policy of the Company in its meeting held on February 13, 2026.
The Company's NR Policy for Directors, KMPs and SMPs is available on the Company's website at
https://www.amraero.com/investor-relations/corporate-aovernance/policies
In recognition of the importance of having a diverse Board toward the long-term success of the organization, the Company had adopted a Board Diversity Policy. The Policy provides for having an appropriate blend of functional and industry experts on the Board, diversity in terms of cultural backgrounds, gender, skillset etc.
Declaration of Independence
The Company has received requisite declarations from all the Independent Directors confirming their independence as per the criteria laid down under Section 149(6) of the Act and Regulation 16(1 )(b) of the SEBI Listing Regulations and there has been no change in the circumstances affecting their status as Independent Directors of the Company. Further, in terms of Regulation 25(8) of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the Independent Directors have confirmed that they are not aware of any circumstance or situation, which exists or may be reasonably anticipated, that could impair or impact their ability to discharge their duties with an objective independent judgement and without any external influence. The registration of all the Independent Directors in the Independent Directors Data Bank continues to be valid.
Further, the Independent Directors have confirmed that they have complied with the Code for Independent Directors prescribed in Schedule IV to the Act and also complied with the Code of Conduct for the Board of Directors and SMP, formulated by the Company.
Pursuant to Section 134 of the Act read with Rule 8(5) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, in the opinion of the Board, all the Independent Directors, including the Directors appointed / re-appointed during the year, possess the requisite qualification, experience, expertise, proficiency and hold high standard of integrity, etc.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
As part of the periodic review, the Board has reviewed and revised the Corporate Social Responsibility Policy (“CSR Policy”) of the Company in its meeting held on February 13, 2026. The CSR Policy of the Company indicating the activities to be undertaken by the Company, may be accessed on the Company's website at the https://www.gmraero.com/investor-relations/corporate- governance/policies. The Company has identified the following
focus areas towards the community services / CSR activities, which inter-alia, include:
- Education
- Health, Hygiene & Sanitation
- Empowerment & Livlihoods
- Community Development
The Company, as per the approved CSR Policy, may undertake other need- based initiatives in compliance with Schedule VII of the Act.
During the year under review, the Company was not required to incur any expenditure towards CSR activities as it did not meet the average profits threshold prescribed under Section 135 of the Act. Accordingly, it has not spent any amount on CSR activities. However, the Company, through its subsidiaries/ associate companies, spent an amount of ' 27.20 Crore, during the FY 2025-26 on CSR activities. The details of such activities carried out with the support of GMR Varalakshmi Foundation ("GMRVF”), CSR arm of the GMR Group, have been highlighted in Management Discussion and Analysis Report, which forms part of this Annual Report. The Annual Report on CSR activities, as prescribed under Section 135 of the Act, is annexed as "Annexure C” to this Report.
Risk Management Framework
The Company has a robust risk governance framework led by the Risk Management Committee of the Board, which is responsible for monitoring and reviewing the risk management plan and ensuring its effectiveness. The Audit Committee has an additional oversight in the area of financial risks and internal controls. In addition, the updates on Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) activities are shared on a regular basis with Management Assurance Group (MAG), the Internal Audit function of the Group.
The Company has in place the Risk Management Policy, duly approved by the Board of Directors, designed to identify, assess and mitigate risks appropriately across its business operation.
Currently, in opinion of the Board, there are no such risks which threaten the existence of the Company. However, details of the risk concerns, threat identification assessment, profiling, treatment and monitoring including ESG concerns are covered in MDA, which forms part of this Annual Report.
Internal Financial Controls
The Company has adopted policies and procedures, including the design, implementation and review of internal financial controls, which were operating effectively to ensure the orderly and efficient conduct of its business, including adherence to the Company's policies, safeguarding its assets, prevention and detection of fraud and errors, accuracy and completeness of accounting records, and timely preparation of reliable financial disclosures in accordance with Act and SEBI Listing Regulations.
These controls are embedded across various business processes and are independently evaluated during audits by the Management Assurance Group, the Company's Internal Auditors, across all functional areas, including IT and SAP.
Corrective and preventive mitigation plans are implemented to strengthen controls in areas where weaknesses are identified during the review process, and the results of such testing are reported to the Audit Committee on a regular basis. Emphasis is always placed on the automation of controls within processes to minimize deviations and exceptions.
During Financial Year 2025-2026, no reportable material weaknesses were observed in the design or operating effectiveness of these controls except in few areas where there is a need to further strengthen the controls.
Vigil Mechanism
The Company has a Whistle Blower Policy, which provides a platform to disclose information regarding any purported malpractice, fraud, impropriety, abuse or wrongdoing within the Company, confidentially and without fear of reprisal or victimization. The Company has adopted a whistleblowing process as a channel for receiving and redressing complaints from employees, directors and third parties, as per the provisions of the Act, SEBI Listing Regulations and Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015.
As part of the periodic review, the Board has reviewed and revised the Whistle Blower Policy of the Company in its meeting held on February 13, 2026, on the recommendation of the Audit Committee. The details of the Whistle Blower Policy are provided in the Corporate Governance Report and also hosted on the website of the Company at https://www.gmraero.com/investor- relations/corporate-governance/policies.
Auditors and Auditors ReportStatutory Auditors
M/s. Walker Chandiok & Co. LLP, Firm Registration No. (001076N/ N500013), were re-appointed as Statutory Auditors of the Company for a term of five (5) years from the conclusion of the 28th AGM held on September 16, 2024, till the conclusion of the 33rd AGM of the Company to be held in the calendar year 2029. The Auditors have confirmed that they are not disqualified from continuing as Auditors of the Company. The representative of the Statutory Auditors of the Company attended the previous AGM of the Company.
The Auditors Report does not contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remark. The notes on financial statement referred in Auditors Report are self -explanatory and do not call for further comment.
Secretarial Auditors
M/s. V. Sreedharan & Associates, Company Secretaries in practice, were appointed as the Secretarial Auditor of the Company, to conduct the Secretarial Audit of the Company, for a term of 5 (five) years, beginning from the FY 2025-26 to FY 2029-30, as approved by the Members at the 29th Annual General Meeting of the Company.
M/s. V Sreedharan & Associates have conducted the Secretarial Audit of the Company for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The Secretarial Audit Report of the Company as prescribed under Section 204 of the Act read with Regulation 24A of the SEBI Listing Regulations, for the FY ended March 31, 2026 is annexed herewith as "Annexure D” to this Report.
The Secretarial Audit Report does not contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remarks.
Further, the Secretarial Audit Reports of material unlisted subsidiaries of the Company incorporated in India, as required under Regulation 24A of the SEBI Listing Regulations for the financial year ended March 31, 2026 have also been annexed as "Annexure D-1 to D-3”. It may be noted that based on the Audited Financial Statements of the Company as on March 31, 2025, the Company had 3 material subsidiaries i.e., Delhi International Airport Limited, GMR Hyderabad International Airport Limited and Delhi Duty Free Services Private Limited.
M/s. V. Sreedharan & Associates, Company Secretaries have confirmed that they are eligible and not disqualified to continue as the Secretarial Auditors of the Company for FY 2026-27 in terms of the provisions of Regulation 24A (1A) of SEBI Listing Regulations and are also in compliance with Regulation 24A (1B) of SEBI Listing Regulations.
Reporting of frauds by Auditors
Pursuant to provisions of Section 143(12) of the Act, neither the Statutory Auditors nor Secretarial Auditors have reported any incident of fraud to the Audit Committee or Board during the period under review.
Cost Auditors
The provisions relating to maintenance of cost records and conduct of cost audit were not applicable to the Company during FY 2025-26. However, pursuant to the provisions of Section 148 of the Act read with the Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014, the Company's cargo business falls within the non¬ regulated sector and based on the overall turnover of the Company and the turnover of the Company's cargo business during the immediately preceding financial year, i.e., FY 2025¬ 26, exceeding the prescribed threshold limits, the Company is required to maintain cost records in respect of its cargo business for FY 2026-27 and get the same audited by a Cost Auditor.
Accordingly, based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, the Board of Directors, at its meeting held on May 27, 2026, appointed M/s. Narasimha Murthy & Co., Cost Accountants (Firm Registration No. 000042) as the Cost Auditor of the Company to conduct the audit of the cost records relating to the Company's Cargo business for the financial year ending March 31, 2027, at a remuneration of ' 7,50,000 (Rupees Seven Lakh Fifty Thousand only), plus applicable taxes and reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses, subject to ratification by the Members. A resolution seeking ratification of the remuneration payable to the Cost Auditor forms part of the Notice convening the ensuing 30th Annual General Meeting.
Secretarial Standards
The Company has complied with the applicable Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
Disclosures CSR Committee
The CSR Committee of the Company comprises Dr. Emandi Sankara Rao as Chairman, Mr. Sadhu Ram Bansal, Mr. Grandhi Buchisanyasi Raju, Mr. Matthieu Daubert, Mr. Anil Chaudhry and Mr. Salil Anil Gupte as Members.
Audit Committee
The Audit Committee of the Company comprises Mr. Subba Rao Amarthaluru as Chairman, Dr. M Ramachandran, Mr. Sadhu Ram Bansal, Mr. Grandhi Kiran Kumar, Ms. Christelle Florence Nicole Jacquemet de Robillard, Mr. Anil Chaudhry, Mr. Normand Boivin and Dr. Mathilde Lemoine as Members.
All the recommendations made by the Audit Committee were accepted by the Board during the year under review.
Further details on the above committees and other committees of the Board including changes in the composition thereof are given in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this Annual Report.
Directors Responsibility Statement
To the best of their knowledge and belief and according to the information and explanations obtained by them, the Directors make the following statements in terms of Section 134(5) of the Act:
a) that in the preparation of the annual accounts for the year ended March 31, 2026, the applicable accounting standards have been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures, if any;
b) that such accounting policies as mentioned in Note no. 2 of the Notes to the Financial Statements have been selected and applied consistently and judgment and estimates have been made that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company as at March 31, 2026 and of the profit of the Company for the year ended on that date;
c) that proper and sufficient care has been taken for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
d) that the annual accounts have been prepared on a going concern basis;
e) that proper internal financial controls to be followed by the Company have been laid down and that the financial controls are adequate and are operating effectively;
f) that proper systems have been devised to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems are adequate and operating effectively.
Sustainability and Environment Protection
Sustainability has been an integral and core part of the Company's business strategy since inception. Besides economic performance, the Company remains committed to operational safety, environmental stewardship and social well-being, which continue to form the foundation of its approach to sustainable value creation. The details of initiatives/ activities on environment protection and sustainability are described in Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report forming part of this Annual Report. The Company is also publishing Sustainability Report which is available on the website of the Company at https://investor.gmraero.com/sustainability-reports.
Acknowledgements
The Directors place on record their sincere appreciation for the continued support and cooperation extended by the lenders, banks, financial institutions, business associates, joint venture partners, auditors, debenture holders, debenture trustees, the Central and State Governments, regulatory and statutory authorities, shareholders and all other stakeholders.
Conservation of energy, technology absorption and foreign exchange earnings and outgo
The information pertaining to conservation of energy, technology absorption and foreign exchange earnings and outgo, as stipulated under Section 134(3)(m) of the Act read with Rule 8 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, is provided in "Annexure E” to this report.
Annual Return
Pursuant to Section 134 and Section 92(3) of the Act, as amended, the draft of the Annual Return for the FY 2025-26 has been placed on the Company's website at https://www.gmraero.com/investor- relations/financials-and-reports/annual-reports.
Particulars of Employees and related disclosures
The information required under Section 197(12) of the Act read with Rule 5 of The Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 (including amendments thereto), is attached as "Annexure F” to this Report.
The information required under Rule 5(2) and (3) of The Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 (including amendments thereof), is provided in the Annexure forming part of this Report. In terms of the first proviso to Section 136 of the Act the Report and Accounts are being sent to the members excluding the aforesaid Annexure. Any member interested in obtaining the same may write to the Company Secretary at gal.cosecv@gmrgroup.in.
With reference to Section 197(14) of the Act, none of the Managerial Personnel of the Company i.e., either managing director or whole-time director, draw any Commission from the Company. Some of them are / were managerial personnel in the subsidiary of the Company and draw / were drawing remuneration but no commission was paid from such respective subsidiaries.
Developments in Human Resources and Organization Development
The Company has robust process of human resources development which is described in detail in Management Discussion and Analysis section under the heading "Developments in Human Resources (HR) and Organisation Development at GMR Group”.
Credit Rating
The details of credit ratings obtained by the Company are given in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of the Annual Report.
Change in nature of business, if any
During the year under review, there were no changes in the nature of business of the Company. However, during the year, the Company has commenced operations in certain other airport adjacency businesses such as Duty Free and Cargo Terminal Operations at the Delhi International Airport.
Significant and Material Orders passed by the Regulators
During the year under review, there were no significant and material orders passed by the regulators or courts or tribunals
impacting the going concern status and Company's operations in future.
Deposits
During the year under review, the Company has not accepted any deposit from the public as prescribed under Chapter V of the Act. Further, there were no unclaimed deposits/ unclaimed/ unpaid interest, refunds due to the deposit holders or to be deposited to the Investor Education and Protection Fund as on March 31, 2026.
Compliance by Large Corporates
The Company does not fall under the Category of Large Corporates as defined under SEBI Master Circular No. HO/49/ 14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 issued on July 11, 2023 and last updated on January 30, 2026, and as such no disclosure is required in this regard.
Disclosure under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013
The Company has in place an Anti-Sexual Harassment Policy in line with the requirements of the Sexual Harassment of Women at the Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. An Internal Complaints Committee ("ICC”) has been set up at all relevant locations across India to address complaints received regarding sexual harassment. All employees (permanent, contractual, temporary, trainees) are covered under this Policy. The employees are provided mandatory training / certification on aforementioned Policy to sensitize them and strengthen their awareness.
The details of sexual harassment complaint received & disposed during the year ended March 31, 2026 are as below:
a) No. of sexual harassment complaints received during the FY
2025-26: 1
b) No. of sexual harassment complaints disposed off during the FY 2025-26: 1
c) Number of cases pending for more than ninety (90) days: 0
Compliance with Maternity Benefit Act, 1961
During the period under review, the Company has complied with all the applicable provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, as amended from time to time. All eligible women employees have been extended the benefits under the said Act, including maternity leave, nursing breaks, and other statutory entitlements as prescribed.
Proceeding under Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code and One¬ time settlement
a) There are no proceedings initiated / pending against the Company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 which materially impacts the business of the Company.
b) During the year under review, the Company has not made any one-time settlement with any banks or financial institutions.
Other than the matters disclosed in this Report, there are no other events or transactions during the year under review that require disclosures to be made in terms of the provisions of the Act.
The Directors further acknowledge and commend the commitment, dedication and invaluable contribution of the employees of the Company and its subsidiaries, whose sustained efforts continue to drive the Company's growth and success.
For and on behalf of the Board of Directors
GMR Airports Limited
(formerly GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited)
G.M. Rao
Place : New Delhi Chairman
Date : August 12, 2026 (DIN: 00574243)
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