Faiz ahmed kidwai biography sample

Senior IAS officer Faiz Ahmed Kidwai, a 1996-batch officer from the Madhya Pradesh cadre, has been appointed as the new Director-General (DG) of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). His appointment, approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, fills the position left vacant after his predecessor, Vikram Dev Dutt, was elevated and transferred to the Ministry of Coal.

Kidwai now faces key challenges, including resolving disputes over pilot duty and rest norms.

Key Points

Background of Appointment

• Predecessor: Vikram Dev Dutt, promoted to the rank of Secretary and transferred to the Ministry of Coal.
• Interim Leadership: Joint-DG D.C.

  Sharma held additional charge of the DGCA before Kidwai’s appointment.

• Current Role: Faiz Ahmed Kidwai was previously an Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare.

Challenges Ahead

Pilot Duty and Rest Norms

• January 20