Captain Zoya

Founder @UdaanPari Capt B777AirIndia |15 @ted spkr|MBA @Columbia_biz |BharatKiBeti|Spokesperson @UN_women 🌎1st female Aviator over North Pole @bbc @cnn @forbes

[Air India Newsroom @AirIndia_News]

We are building a future that is bolder, smarter and more inclusive than ever.
As we work towards shaping the future of aviation with our fleet expansion plans, upcoming flying school, Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) facility, and more, #WomenInAviation will play a pivotal role in powering us through. We need to break barriers today for a limitless tomorrow.

#InternationalWomensDay #AirIndia

[The Better India @thebetterindia]

Following the passing of visionary leader Ratan Tata in 2024, social media was flooded with heartfelt tributes. Among them, Air India’s Captain Zoya Agarwal shared a personal encounter that deeply impacted her.

Captain Agarwal recalled piloting Mr Tata on a flight from New York to Delhi. After a smooth landing, she approached him for a photo, to which he kindly agreed — but with a touching gesture.

As she stood up, Mr Tata stopped her, insisting she remain seated. In a profound display of humility, the legendary industrialist stood behind the captain for the picture.

"This photo was meant for my personal inspiration," she wrote on social media, "but today, I feel compelled to share it. It embodies my gratitude for a man who inspired millions, a legend whose legacy will live on."

In another heartfelt message, she added, “His legacy wasn’t just about his success, but his values and the way he impacted lives.”

Indeed, on his birth anniversary, Ratan Tata’s legacy is one of humility and respect—qualities that will continue to inspire generations to come.

@ZoyaCaptain

#RatanTata #AirIndia #CaptainZoyaAgarwal #Legacy #Inspiration

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Hare Krishna Radhe Radhe 🙏

[Captain Zoya @ZoyaCaptain]

Sir, legends never go away. 🤍❤️
One year on, and you stay in our hearts.
Your presence is felt in every act of grace, humility, and integrity you inspired.

I’ll never forget that moment after our flight from New York to Delhi when I stood up from the captain’s seat to take a photo with you, and you gently said,
‘Captain, this is your throne. You’ve earned it.’

You stood behind me for the picture instead, and in that simple act, you taught me more about leadership than any classroom ever could.

You taught me along with billions who keep you in our hearts that leadership is not about power. It’s about respect. It’s about lifting others.

You remain, even today, not just a legend but a lesson in humanity. 🤍

#RatanTata #Legend

[Captain Zoya @ZoyaCaptain]

Grateful to have been part of the @ficci_india FLO Women’s Conclave, sharing thoughts on leadership, resilience and collaboration.
It was inspiring to learn from incredible voices, and to add my small part towards encouraging more girls in STEM education and leadership for tomorrow. 🌍✨

[Captain Zoya @ZoyaCaptain]

Ganpati Bappa Moraya🙏🌟

#GaneshChaturthi2025 #GanpatiBappaMorya

[Captain Zoya @ZoyaCaptain]

Not every morning you have the honour of rolling out your mat next to the Hon’ble PM @narendramodi ji 😌🧘‍♀️
Grateful for our culture and roots 🇮🇳that remind us🕉️
“योगः कर्मसु कौशलम्”

#InternationalYogaDay
#NarendraModi

[Captain Zoya @ZoyaCaptain]

Eid Mubarak🌙

[Captain Zoya @ZoyaCaptain]

“Courage doesn’t always roar.
Sometimes it’s the quiet voice at the end of the day saying,
‘I will try again tomorrow.’”
– Mary Anne Radmacher

[Captain Zoya @ZoyaCaptain]

Yes, I’ve already posted a Mother’s Day tribute for my mom…
But this post is for the mother of us all—
The one who gave life not just to me, but to my mother, and to every mother after her.
Our Bharat Maa.
Our soil, our strength, our silent protector.
She doesn’t ask for anything, yet gives us everything.
And today, on Mother’s Day, I bow not just to the woman who gave us life,
But to the land that raised all of us.
I bow to Bharat Maa, our eternal mother.
She gives without asking. Protects without pause. And calls each of us her child.

आज इस मदर्स डे पर, मैं सिर झुकाकर नमन करती हूँ भारत माता को🙏 जिसकी गोद में हर बेटी, हर माँ, और हर सैनिक पलता हैं।🇮🇳
And I want to especially salute our #BharatKiBeti daughters of this soil, who remind us that a mother’s strength lies not just in nurturing hearts but in defending borders too
Wing Commander Vyomika Singh
Lt Col Sophia Qureshi
Thank you for showing us that courage wears a woman’s face too.

इस धरती पर जन्म लेना ही सबसे बड़ा सौभाग्य है।
और इसकी रक्षा करने वाली हर बेटी… माँ से कम नहीं।🇮🇳

To every woman serving this country, protecting this soil, and carrying the spirit of Bharat Maa in her heart 🧡🤍💚this Mother’s Day is yours too.

जय हिन्द। जय भारत माता।🙏✨

#OperationSindoor

[Captain Zoya @ZoyaCaptain]

Happy Mother’s Day Mom🌟
जब भी ज़िंदगी ने सवाल किया,
आपका साया जवाब बनकर मेरे साथ चला।
ना ज़रूरत पड़ी ज़्यादा कुछ कहने की,
हर चुप्पी में एक दुआ थी,
हर खामोशी में आपकी ममता की हवा थी।

मैं आज जहाँ भी हूँ, जो भी हूँ,
उसकी नींव आपके धैर्य से रखी थी।
कभी ज़िंदगी के रनवे पर, कभी एयरपोर्ट की भीड़ में,
कभी ग्रैजुएशन की दौड़ में, कभी हवाओं के मोड़ में,
आपकी नज़रें ही मेरी सबसे बड़ी जीत थीं।

याद है वो दिन जब कॉल पर मैंने आपको दिखाया,
वो गाउन, वो टोपी और आप मुस्कराईं,
शब्दों से नहीं, बस उस नज़र से समझ आया,
कि आपकी बेटी ने सच में उड़ान पाया।

आपके बिना कुछ अधूरा था,
पर आपकी निगाहों में जो आशीर्वाद था,
वो हर दूरी से भी गहरा था।

मेरी हर उड़ान में, हर मंज़िल में, हर संघर्ष में, और हर ख़ुशी में,
आपकी छाया हमेशा मेरे साथ रही।
ना कभी कुछ रोका, ना कुछ जताया, ना कुछ माँगा,
आपने माँ नहीं, देवी बनकर मेरा साया बनकर साथ निभाया।

मैं आपसे हमेशा, दिल से, बिना शर्त प्यार करती हूँ।
For the one who taught me to fly without saying a word.❤️
#HappyMothersDay2025

[Captain Zoya @ZoyaCaptain]

This Holi, let’s color lives with hope, opportunity, and empowerment—because when one rises, our entire nation rises. 🇮🇳 Holi is not just about colors—it’s about the colors we bring to India’s future. 🌈✨

From Dharavi to the skies, Bharatiya Beti Nadrat is now training at @Official_IGRUA , India’s best flight school where some of my . With @UdaanPari giving full financial support, she is preparing to fly high, proving that when dreams meet opportunity, the sky is just the beginning.

Investing in one life-changing journey creates a ripple effect for generations. Because when one Bharat Ki Beti soars, she paves the way for thousands more to rise. This is how we change the future of Indian aviation.

Because real success isn’t measured in words—it’s measured in action. 💫

Grateful to @airindia for enabling me to empower the future generations of Indian aviation. ✈️🇮🇳 @UdaanPari , we’re contributing to shaping a future where every Bharat Ki Beti has the wings to soar. 💫

@MoCA_GoI @RamMNK @narendramodi @PMOIndia @JM_Scindia @HardeepSPuri @MinistryWCD @unwomenindia @UN_Women
#HappyHoli #BharatKiBeti #NaariShakti #IndiaShining #EmpowerHer

[Captain Zoya @ZoyaCaptain]

Sending you some #MondayMotivation ! ✈️ Keep soaring, stay unstoppable! ⚡️

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Blessed post the holydip at MahaKumbha.

[Captain Zoya @ZoyaCaptain]

“न पुण्यं न पापं न सौख्यं न दुःखम्।
न मन्त्रं न तीर्थं न वेदा न यज्ञम्||”

Beyond virtue and sin, beyond joy and sorrow—I surrender to You, Mahadev.

On this Mahashivratri, may Lord Shiva’s blessings fill your soul with boundless joy and awakening. Har Har Mahadev! ⚡🙏

#Mahashivratri2025

[Captain Zoya @ZoyaCaptain]

Happy Valentine’s to my forever love - #Aviation ✈️

#ValentinesDay

[Captain Zoya @ZoyaCaptain]

Leadership isn’t about appearances, it’s about impact. Honored to meet the wow #AmandaBaldwin , CEO of @olaplex , while my MBA time at the amazing Columbia Business School @Columbia_Biz , leader who proves that substance & style can coexist. Key takeaways?
Resilience, presence & always being ready to lead. 🙌🌟
#WomenLeaders