Delhi Airport News: With Independence Day approaching, security has been tightened at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport and across the Delhi Metro network following alerts from central agencies about possible terrorist threats. Officials have warned of potential risks, with IGI Airport identified as a key target.
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has increased deployment at the airport, including additional personnel in plain clothes to monitor passengers and detect suspicious activity. Uniformed forces have also been reinforced to ensure round-the-clock vigilance.
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Delhi Airport Advisory
Passengers have been advised to arrive early at both metro stations and the airport, as security checks are expected to take longer than usual. Authorities have cautioned that more thorough screening of people and luggage could lead to longer queues at entry points.
The heightened alert follows a recent advisory from central security and intelligence agencies, along with the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, regarding possible threats. In response, CISF has stepped up monitoring across the airport and metro network, focusing on crowd areas and sensitive points.
Officials stressed that the extra security measures are for passengers’ safety and requested full cooperation to prevent delays and maintain order during the busy holiday period.