Terror threat: I-Day security at Kolkata airport
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Kolkata: Security at Kolkata airport was stepped up in the run-up to Independence Day following an intelligence input indicating a terror threat at all Indian airports. The intelligence input came four months after the Pahalgam terror attack.
Passengers are now being asked to arrive at the airport at least half an hour earlier than usual for additional security checks.
The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) directed all stakeholders to enhance security across the country between Sept 22 and Oct 2, citing possible threats. Sources said the alert was based on inputs related to a Pakistani terror group.
Two additional security layers were introduced — one at the airport entry point and another just before passengers enter the boarding gates at Kolkata airport.
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Security was also tightened at terminal entrances and during the primary screening of passengers. The security build-up also includes increased deployment of CISF, two quick response teams (QRTs), bomb detection and disposal units, and sniffer dog squads. Passengers are now being subjected to comprehensive frisking, including the removal of shoes and belts, and stricter hand baggage checks. Vehicles entering the airport premises are also being closely inspected.
Visitor entry into terminals has been restricted and hawking within the premises has been banned.
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