Record Footfall at LGBI Airport: Over 1.74 L Passengers in Just 11 Days Since Nov 6

Indira Gandhi International Airport

The Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), also known as Delhi Airport or IGI Airport, is the busiest airport in India and the 9th busiest airport in the world, in terms of passengers handled. It handles over 67 million passengers per year.

LGBI Airport Footfall

Now, the airport has set a record footfall. Over 1.74 lakh passengers travelled from the Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (LGBI) in Varanasi in just 11 days, from November 6 to 16. This surge in air traffic coincides with the festive season, and the airport administration has taken steps to ensure smooth operations.

Improved Facilities

To accommodate the increasing number of passengers, the airport has been expanded and renovated. The new terminal opened in 2021, increasing the airport's capacity to 25 million passengers per year. The airport also has a new runway, which has helped to reduce congestion.

Enhanced Security

The airport has also implemented new security measures to ensure the safety of passengers. These measures include facial recognition technology, which is used to identify passengers at check-in and boarding. The airport also has a dedicated security force, which patrols the premises 24/7.

Conclusion

The record footfall at LGBI Airport is a positive sign for the aviation industry in India. It shows that there is a growing demand for air travel, and that airports are adapting to meet this demand. The new terminal, runway, and security measures will help to ensure that LGBI Airport can continue to serve the growing number of passengers safely and efficiently.

Sources: 1. https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/uttar-pradesh/2022/nov/18/over-174-lakh-passengers-travelled-from-varanasis-lgb-airport-in-11-days-2514119.html 2. https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/lucknow-news/record-footfall-at-varanasi-s-lal-bahadur-shastri-airport-over-174-lakh-passengers-travelled-in-11-days-101668584589401.html