IGI gets BRICS-ready with 50% more capacity

Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) is gearing up to handle a significant increase in international passenger traffic during the upcoming BRICS Summit, set to take place on September 12 and 13. DIAL, the operator of IGIA, has announced that Pier C at Terminal 3 will be progressively operationalized from September 9, with international arrivals and departures expected to commence on the evening of September 10.

Once fully operational, Pier C is projected to boost the airport's annual international passenger handling capacity by 50%, bringing it to 31 million passengers per annum (MPPA).

In addition to the pier's expansion, DIAL has also established dedicated immigration counters specifically for BRICS participants and is making arrangements for additional aircraft operations during the summit. DIAL CEO Pradeep Panicker emphasized the airport's comprehensive preparations, stating that the operationalization of Pier C will enhance the terminal's international handling capabilities, provide greater flexibility, and ensure a seamless experience for passengers during this important global event.

IGIA, India's largest airport, currently manages over 1,300 flight movements daily and has a total annual passenger handling capacity of 106 million, with Terminal 3 handling 50 million passengers. The new Pier C will serve as an additional facility for international arrivals and departures, complementing the existing infrastructure to meet the anticipated surge in passenger traffic during the BRICS Summit and beyond.