Updated Dec 15, 2020 | 08:34 IST
The new owner has to deal with legacy issues including with various contracts and the biggest challenge will be to handle its existing workforce, which is highly unionised.
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Key Highlights
Multiple companies including the Tata Group and a group led by employees have submitted EoI for Air India
The government wants to sell 100% stake in Air India that includes low-cost subsidiary Air India Express
The new owner has to pay off the excess debt that the airline has over and above the aircraft loans.
New Delhi: Multiple companies including the Tata Group and a group led by employees have submitted expressions of interest (EoIs) for Air India. Low-cost carrier SpiceJet is also said to have shown interest in Air India.