• A regulatory body in the field of civil aviation primarily dealing with safety issues.
  • Functions under the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA)
  • Became a statutory body in 2020 under the Aircraft (Amendment) Act.
  • Key Functions of DGCA: Safety Oversight & Regulations + Aircraft & Airport Certification+ Licensing +Accident & Incident Investigation + ICAO Coordination Training Oversight

 

Source: The Hindu