{
  "id": 3701826,
  "title": "Lahore Airport Opens Expanded Immigration Area",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/lahore-airport-opens-expanded-immigration-area",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-27T08:22:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/08/27/lahore-airport-opens-expanded-immigration-area/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The newly expanded immigration area at Allama Iqbal International Airport in Lahore has officially opened its doors to passengers. This significant development came about after authorities completed the project in just 15 days, aiming to alleviate the strain on waiting times and accommodate the growing number of travelers. Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi personally inspected the newly operational immigration area, reviewing passenger arrangements and observing the immigration process. He engaged with travelers to gather feedback on their experiences and the facilities provided.\n\nWith this expansion, the number of immigration lines has increased from seven to 20, a substantial improvement in passenger processing capacity. This enhancement is crucial in managing congestion during peak travel periods. Naqvi emphasized that the authorities' focus was on delivering immediate relief to passengers during the busy travel season, rather than waiting for the completion of permanent construction work. The Federal Secretary Defence, Civil Aviation authorities, Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), and other institutions collaborated, working tirelessly to bring the expanded immigration area to fruition.\n\nTo expedite the process, the FIA installed additional immigration counters, making the expanded area fully operational. Simultaneously, preparations are underway for the installation of permanent counters in the near future. Naqvi assured that the authorities are committed to installing these new permanent counters as soon as possible and intend to complete the remaining construction work with utmost urgency.",
  "summary": "The newly expanded immigration area at Allama Iqbal International Airport Lahore has been opened for passengers after authorities completed the … Read More The post Lahore Airport Opens Expanded Immigration Area appeared first on ProPakistani .",
  "key_points": [
    "Lahore Airport's immigration area expanded with 20 lines",
    "Project completed in 15 days to reduce waiting times",
    "Federal Minister Mohsin Naqvi inspected new facilities"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}