Noida International Airport (NIA) has introduced a change in its management construction, in keeping with instructions issued by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), which mandate that the Chief Govt Officer of an airport in India should be an Indian nationwide.
With speedy impact, Nitu Samra has been appointed as interim Chief Govt Officer, pending the completion of a proper choice course of by the Board of Administrators. Samra has been serving as Chief Monetary Officer of Noida International Airport since October 2021 and has been carefully related to the airport’s improvement, overseeing monetary administration, governance, and strategic planning throughout a vital part of the venture.
Christoph Schnellmann, who has served as Chief Govt Officer since August 2020, will transition to the position of Govt Vice Chairman on the airport’s Board of Administrators. On this capability, he’ll proceed to assist the airport’s improvement and its transition to operational readiness.
Daniel Bircher, Chairman, Yamuna International Airport Private Limited, stated: “After the inauguration of Noida Worldwide Airport by the Hon’ble Prime Minister in March 2026, the objective was to allow the beginning of operations as early as attainable. This administration change brings the airport into compliance with Bureau of Civil Aviation Security necessities whereas sustaining continuity within the airport’s management staff. The newly structured staff will assist a clean transition into operations, guided by clear and clear governance and a robust company tradition.”
The airport stays targeted on advancing operational preparedness and establishing itself as a key aviation hub, supporting regional connectivity and economic development.
