Delhi Red Fort blast: Delhi Airport issues passenger advisory; security screening may take more time
Delhi Airport advisory, Delhi Red Fort blast: The Delhi Airport has issued a passenger advisory after a blast on Monday evening outside the Red Fort Metro Station killed at least 13 people and left several others injured.
Delhi Red Fort blast: Delhi Airport has issued passenger advisory
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Delhi Red Fort blast, Delhi Airport passenger advisory: The Delhi Airport has issued a passenger advisory after a blast on Monday evening outside the Red Fort Metro Station killed at least 13 people and left several others injured. In the wake of the incident, the Red Fort has been temporarily closed for security reasons and the police forces remain on high alert across the national capital.
In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Delhi Airport informed flyers that security screening may take longer than usual due to the prevailing security situation in the national capital. Passengers have been advised to plan their travel accordingly and reach the airport well in advance to avoid any last-minute hassle.
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“Due to prevailing security situation in Delhi, security measures at Delhi Airport have been strengthened and the security screening process may take longer than usual.
We advise all passengers to plan their journey accordingly and arrive at the airport well in advance to avoid any last-minute hassle.
Rest assured, all our teams and stakeholders are working in close coordination with security agencies to minimise inconvenience and ensure a safe and smooth travel experience for everyone,” it said.
Meanwhile, IndiGo has also issued a travel advisory. It advised passengers to arrive early to allow adequate time for entry checks, security screening and check in.
On Monday, Akasa Air advised passengers to reach the airport at least three hours before departure to ensure a smooth check-in and boarding process. The airline also noted that, as per regulatory guidelines, all travellers will be required to undergo secondary security checks before boarding.
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