AirAsia revealed it had appointed ex-chairman of the Tata Group, Ratan Tata, as chief advisor to its India board, Business Standard reported. “I am pleased to announce Ratan Tata as the chief advisor to the board of AirAsia India. A legend in every sense. Building a powerful team,” AirAsia’s chief executive officer (CEO) Tony Fernandes said.

“Persuading Mr Tata to be advisor has not been easy. Critical we have someone of his massive experience to help me chart AirAsia India.” AirAsia will announce the appointment of the chairman for its planned domestic airline in a day or two.

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