IRB Infrastructure Developers Ltd's Sindhudurg Airport achieved a significant operational milestone on January 3, 2026, receiving approval from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) for 24x7 day-and-night, all-weather flight operations. This certification marks a substantial upgrade in the facility's operational capabilities and positions it as a more reliable aviation gateway for Maharashtra's Konkan region.

Enhanced Operational Capabilities

The DGCA approval encompasses several critical operational enhancements that significantly improve the airport's functionality:

The IFR certification allows aircraft to operate during low visibility and adverse weather conditions, while the published satellite-based RNP procedures provide pilots with precise instrument approach guidance. The availability of backup navigation aid ensures operational reliability throughout the year by offering a dependable non-satellite alternative.

Record Passenger Traffic Growth

Sindhudurg Airport demonstrated strong operational performance in December, achieving several significant milestones:

The airport has doubled its aircraft parking infrastructure to accommodate the rising traffic, expanding capacity from three to six aircraft stands. This infrastructure enhancement supports the facility's growing passenger base and operational requirements.

Regional Connectivity Impact

The enhanced operational capability is expected to strengthen Sindhudurg's role as an important aviation gateway for the Konkan region. The 24x7 all-weather operations will support tourism, business travel, and regional connectivity while improving airline confidence through more consistent scheduling possibilities.

Captain Jai S Sadana, Chief Adviser and Head of IRB Sindhudurg Airport, emphasized the significance of this development: "The approval for 24x7 all-weather operations significantly enhances the airport's reliability and operational capability. This will encourage airline confidence, support sustained traffic growth, and contribute meaningfully to economic and tourism development across the Konkan region."

Future Connectivity Plans

The airport's connectivity is set to expand further with the anticipated launch of the Mumbai-Sindhudurg route under the state regional connectivity scheme in the coming months. This new route will improve connectivity for Konkan region residents and facilitate easier access for visitors from across India, supporting the region's tourism and economic development objectives.

IRB Infrastructure Developers Limited has disclosed the release of share encumbrance by Cintra INR Investments B.V. under Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. The release was executed on December 30, 2025, involving 6.04 crore equity shares representing 10.00% of the company's total share capital.

Share Encumbrance Release Details

The disclosure pertains to the release of non-disposal undertaking that was originally executed in favor of Cintra following their equity subscription in the company. The encumbrance release affects a significant portion of the company's equity base.

Cintra's Shareholding Position

Following the encumbrance release, Cintra INR Investments B.V. maintains its substantial shareholding in IRB Infrastructure Developers Limited. The company's total equity share capital remains unchanged at 60.39 crore equity shares of face value ₹1 each.

Background and Compliance

The original encumbrance was established when Cintra subscribed to equity shares of IRB Infrastructure Developers Limited, with the promoter group accepting certain indemnification obligations. The non-disposal restriction was implemented to fulfill these obligations, commonly referred to as the Indemnity NDU.

The company effected a stock split in the ratio of 1:10 on February 22, 2023, and all share numbers in the disclosure have been adjusted to reflect this split. The disclosure was signed by Jose Carlos Granados Pablos and Monica Moreno Esteban, Directors of Cintra INR Investments B.V., on December 31, 2025.

Ongoing Obligations

While the indemnity-related encumbrance has been released, the promoter group's minimum shareholding obligations remain unchanged. These obligations require maintaining specific shareholding percentages until March 2027, with a minimum 10% holding required until 84 months from the original allotment date.