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Revamped Delhi Airport Terminal 2 to resume ops on October 26. What’s in store for passengers?
T2 was shut in April for a comprehensive upgrade after Terminal 1 became fully functional.
DIAL said significant mechanical and electrical improvements have also been made, including renovated heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, advanced fire safety mechanisms, and stronger electrical infrastructure for uninterrupted operations. (File)
The upgraded Terminal 2 (T2) of Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport will be operational from October 26, coinciding with the beginning of the winter schedule, airport operator Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) announced Monday.
The terminal, originally built by the Airports Authority of India four decades ago, was shut in April for a comprehensive upgrade after Terminal 1 became fully functional.
From the intervening night of October 25-26, around 120 daily domestic flights of Air India and IndiGo will shift operations to T2.
According to DIAL, led by GMR AERO, the revamped terminal has been designed as a “future-ready” facility to cater to growing passenger volumes. The company said the new infrastructure will focus on enhancing convenience and efficiency for travellers.
Key passenger facilities include a Self Baggage Drop (SBD) system, which allows passengers to independently check in their luggage by scanning their boarding pass, tagging bags, and dropping them without assistance, reducing waiting times.
Another major feature is the installation of six new Passenger Boarding Bridges (PBBs) with autonomous docking technology, the first of its kind in India. These bridges, sourced from South Korea, are designed for quicker and safer aircraft handling, while also accommodating accessibility needs such as wheelchair ramps.
Modern ceilings, skylight designs and upgraded flooring are expected to give the terminal a brighter and more open atmosphere.
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DIAL said significant mechanical and electrical improvements have also been made, including renovated heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, advanced fire safety mechanisms, and stronger electrical infrastructure for uninterrupted operations.
“The upgraded Terminal 2 is not just a facility upgrade — it’s a complete reimagination of the passenger journey,” said Videh Kumar Jaipuriar, CEO of DIAL. “With technologies like the Self Baggage Drop and autonomous docking aerobridges, we are preparing IGI Airport for the future of aviation,” he added.
The terminal will also feature a new high-resolution Flight Information Display System (FIDS), improved signage for better accessibility, and refurbished apron areas to streamline aircraft operations.
© The Indian Express Pvt Ltd
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