Delhi International Airport recognised as 100-million-capacity

13 Mar 2024 CW Team

Led by GMR Airports Infrastructure Ltd, the Delhi International Airport Ltd initiated the expansion project in 2019 under Phase 3A. The revitalised Terminal 1 can accommodate 40 million passengers annually, doubling its previous capacity among its three terminals. Prabhakara Rao, Group Deputy Managing Director, GMR Group, remarked, "Terminal 1 enhances capacity and redefines the passenger experience while embracing sustainability. The expanded integrated terminal, a marvel of innovation and aesthetics, will serve 40 million passengers annually, double its previous capacity." The upgraded Terminal 1 introduces a consolidated arrival and departure facility, augmenting the overall area from 55,740 square metres to an expansive 206,950 square metres. Among the new features are the Facial Recognition System integrated into the Digiyatra initiative at all entry gates, 20 Automated Tray Retrieval Systems, Individual Carrier Systems, 108 Common Usage Self-Service kiosks, and 100 check-in counters, including 36 Self Baggage Drop kiosks, among other advancements. Additionally, Terminal 1 now boasts a formidable baggage handling capacity of 6,000 baggage/hr, a significant enhancement from the previous 3,240, alongside 22 contact stands for passenger boarding bridges. Under Phase 3A, several other transformative projects are underway, including constructing a new 4.43-km-long fourth runway, positioning the Delhi International Airport as the only airport in the country with four operational runways. Moreover, the construction of dual elevated Cross Taxiways on the Eastern side of the airport connects the Northern airfield with the Southern airfield, facilitating seamless operations. Furthermore, the expansion of Terminal 3 is set to elevate its capacity from 34 million to 45 million passengers per annum. The comprehensive expansion initiatives under Phase 3A underscore Delhi International Airport's commitment to innovation, efficiency, and passenger-centric service delivery, positioning it as a global aviation infrastructure and operations leader.

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The Delhi International Airport, now officially recognised as a 100-million-capacity airport, is India's largest aviation hub. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's virtual inauguration on March 10 marked the unveiling of the expanded integrated Terminal 1, a monumental milestone in the airport's evolution. Led by GMR Airports Infrastructure Ltd, the Delhi International Airport Ltd initiated the expansion project in 2019 under Phase 3A. The revitalised Terminal 1 can accommodate 40 million passengers annually, doubling its previous capacity among its three terminals. Prabhakara Rao, Group Deputy Managing Director, GMR Group, remarked, Terminal 1 enhances capacity and redefines the passenger experience while embracing sustainability. The expanded integrated terminal, a marvel of innovation and aesthetics, will serve 40 million passengers annually, double its previous capacity. The upgraded Terminal 1 introduces a consolidated arrival and departure facility, augmenting the overall area from 55,740 square metres to an expansive 206,950 square metres. Among the new features are the Facial Recognition System integrated into the Digiyatra initiative at all entry gates, 20 Automated Tray Retrieval Systems, Individual Carrier Systems, 108 Common Usage Self-Service kiosks, and 100 check-in counters, including 36 Self Baggage Drop kiosks, among other advancements. Additionally, Terminal 1 now boasts a formidable baggage handling capacity of 6,000 baggage/hr, a significant enhancement from the previous 3,240, alongside 22 contact stands for passenger boarding bridges. Under Phase 3A, several other transformative projects are underway, including constructing a new 4.43-km-long fourth runway, positioning the Delhi International Airport as the only airport in the country with four operational runways. Moreover, the construction of dual elevated Cross Taxiways on the Eastern side of the airport connects the Northern airfield with the Southern airfield, facilitating seamless operations. Furthermore, the expansion of Terminal 3 is set to elevate its capacity from 34 million to 45 million passengers per annum. The comprehensive expansion initiatives under Phase 3A underscore Delhi International Airport's commitment to innovation, efficiency, and passenger-centric service delivery, positioning it as a global aviation infrastructure and operations leader.