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Kolkata 5th on global list of airports in congested areas
Kolkata 5th on global list of airports in congested areas

Time of India

time10 hours ago

  • General
  • Time of India

Kolkata 5th on global list of airports in congested areas

1 2 Kolkata: An international study found that residents around Kolkata airport are at 17% more risk of being affected by pollution and accidents than those in Ahmedabad, where a flight crashed last month, killing 260 people, including 19 who were not on the flight and 67 others who were seriously injured. The study raises concerns about the safety of airports surrounded by dense urban development, placing Kolkata airport fifth among the world's 50 most enclosed airports. Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport is ranked behind Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, which leads this unenviable list. Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, where Air India flight AI 171 crashed into a medical college hostel on June 12, is the third Indian airport at number 12 on the list. This list includes five other Indian airports: Chennai, Delhi, Pune, Patna, and Surat. The 2022 study titled "You Are Surrounded! Measuring the Enclosure of Airports in Urban Areas" by Belgian researchers Taïs Grippa and Frédéric Dobruszkes highlighted the dangers of airports surrounded by residential zones. Published in The Professional Geographer, the paper introduced an enclosure index based on population density within a 15 km radius around airports. Densely populated areas near flight paths increased risks on the ground in case of accidents, as well as escalated long-term exposure to noise and air pollution. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata The study found people living near Kolkata airport (enclosure index of 12,69,788) were at 17% higher risk of being exposed to pollution and accidents than residents in the vicinity of Ahmedabad airport (10,82,503). Those living near Mumbai airport (21,82,819) face a 72% greater risk than those living near Kolkata airport. According to the study, in all airports with an enclosure index higher than 2,00,000, the population is exposed to aircraft noise, air pollution, and risk of accidents. The implications of an airport being situated in a densely packed urban environment were tragically demonstrated in Ahmedabad's Meghani Nagar area on June 12 when Air India flight AI 171 crashed shortly after take-off, narrowly missing residential clusters and the Civil Hospital campus but crashing into a medical college hostel. Despite the evident risks, large populations continue to live in close proximity to busy airports. In Mumbai, the Dharavi slum borders both airport terminals. At Kolkata airport, buildings on Jessore Road, Michael Nagar, New Barrackpore, Durganagar, Madhyamgram, and Barasat line directly in the flight path to the north of the airport, and those in Kaikhali, Rajarhat, New Town, Salt Lake, and Science City lie to the south. Kolkata airport currently faces over 200 obstacles in its vicinity, posing potential risks during aircraft take-off and landing. A recent Obstacle Limitation Surface study identified 377 hazards around the NSCBI Airport, including 118 buildings and other structures deemed "problematic." Of these, only 15 have been removed so far, with action yet to be initiated against the remaining 103. These include mobile towers, water tanks, dish antennas, lightning arresters, and unauthorised high-rise structures. Obstructions include high-rises in Rajarhat and New Town, dish antennas in Madhyamgram, lightning arresters in New Town, large hoardings near BT College More, mobile towers in Michael Nagar and New Barrackpore, and electric poles along Jessore Road. The urgency of these concerns was highlighted at a high-level meeting of the Airfield Environment Management Committee held at NSCBI Airport on May 23. Urban planning guidelines recommend a 20 km low-development zone around airports to prevent encroachments and ensure safety. However, enforcement remains inconsistent. While new airports are advised to maintain 6-8 sq km of clear space, city expansion steadily encroaches upon older airports built on former outskirts.

'Swift Action': Passenger Shares How Mumbai Airport's Medical Team Saved Him After Cardiac Arrest
'Swift Action': Passenger Shares How Mumbai Airport's Medical Team Saved Him After Cardiac Arrest

News18

time2 days ago

  • Health
  • News18

'Swift Action': Passenger Shares How Mumbai Airport's Medical Team Saved Him After Cardiac Arrest

On Doctor's Day, Mumbai airport's medical team saved a 57-year-old passenger from cardiac arrest. Medical practioners assisted him with CPR and AED shocks. Mumbai airport on Friday shared an incident of swift action taken by its medical team to save a passenger from a cardiac arrest. The incident occurred on Doctor's Day i.e. July 1 near the check-in counter at Terminal 1. The passenger was saved by immediate CPR and two AED shocks. 57-year-old passenger shared his experience and the video was shared by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, (Mumbai airport) on its social media platforms. As per the incident narrated by the patient, Paramedic Komal Sonawane and Dr. Shalini Soundar Pandian gave a professional response and rescued him from the situation. Mumbai airport posted a video on X and stated, 'Hear it from our passenger, revived at Terminal 1 after a sudden cardiac arrest, a moment where swift action made all the difference. With a timely response from Paramedic Komal Sonawane and Dr. Shalini Soundar Pandian, #MumbaiAirport became more than just a gateway, it became a place of care, courage, and life-saving impact." Sharing the tribute of Doctor's Day, Mumbai Airport issued a statement on July 18 and praised the two medical professionals. 'At Terminal 1, a passenger suffered a sudden cardiac arrest near the check-in counter. Without missing a beat, our Medical Team sprang into action. Paramedic Komal Sonawane and Dr. Shalini Soundar Pandian administered immediate CPR and two AED shocks, successfully reviving the individual, restoring both heartbeat and consciousness," the statement reads. 'Thanks to the swift and professional response, the passenger was stabilised and safely transferred to a nearby hospital in our Airport Advanced Life Support Ambulance. Our sincere appreciation to Paramedic Komal Sonawane and Dr. Shalini Soundar Pandian, dedicated members of the medical team at CSMIA, and true guardians of life when it mattered most," it added. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Minor technical glitch forces IndiGo flight to return to Delhi shortly after take-off
Minor technical glitch forces IndiGo flight to return to Delhi shortly after take-off

Times of Oman

time3 days ago

  • Times of Oman

Minor technical glitch forces IndiGo flight to return to Delhi shortly after take-off

New Delhi: An IndiGo flight en route to Imphal on Thursday was forced to return to Delhi shortly after take-off due to a minor technical issue, the airline said in a statement. Flight 6E 5118, which departed from Indira Gandhi International Airport for Imphal, experienced a technical snag shortly into the journey. As a precautionary measure, the pilots opted to turn back and landed the aircraft safely in Delhi. "In line with the mandatory procedures, the aircraft underwent necessary checks and resumed the journey shortly thereafter," said an IndiGo spokesperson. "Inconvenience caused to our customers is regretted. As always, safety and security of the customers, crew and aircraft is of utmost importance to us.," the spokesperson added. No injuries were reported, and passengers were provided assistance during the delay. The airline has not disclosed the specific nature of the technical issue. Earlier, an IndiGo flight en route from Delhi to Goa was diverted to Mumbai on Wednesday after a technical snag was detected mid-air. The flight, 6E 6271, was scheduled to land at the Manohar International Airport in Goa but was instead rerouted to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai as a precautionary measure. According to an official statement from an IndiGo spokesperson, the aircraft landed safely in Mumbai and is currently undergoing necessary checks and maintenance. "An alternative aircraft has been arranged for completing the journey, which will depart shortly with the customers. We regret the inconvenience caused to our customers due to this unforeseen situation. At IndiGo, the safety and security of the customers, crew, and aircraft are of utmost importance," the spokesperson said. All passengers on board are reported to be safe. The airline is coordinating to ensure minimal disruption to the travel plans of the affected customers.

IndiGo Delhi-Goa flight makes emergency landing in Mumbai after mid-air engine snag
IndiGo Delhi-Goa flight makes emergency landing in Mumbai after mid-air engine snag

Indian Express

time3 days ago

  • General
  • Indian Express

IndiGo Delhi-Goa flight makes emergency landing in Mumbai after mid-air engine snag

An IndiGo flight en route from New Delhi to Goa was forced to make an emergency landing in Mumbai on Wednesday night following a mid-air technical snag, the airline and airport officials confirmed. Flight 6E 6271, an Airbus A320neo carrying 191 passengers and crew members, landed safely at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) at 9.53 pm. The aircraft had taken off from Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport and was approximately 100 nautical miles north of Bhubaneswar when the crew identified a problem with one of its engines. The pilots issued a 'PAN PAN PAN' call — an international radio distress signal used to indicate an urgent situation that does not pose an immediate threat to life — and requested a diversion to Mumbai at around 9.32 pm. In accordance with standard emergency protocols, CSMIA authorities declared a full emergency at 9.35 pm. Firefighting units and an ambulance were placed on standby and escorted the plane after landing. The emergency was officially lifted at 9.57 pm, once the aircraft had taxied safely to the parking bay. 'The aircraft safely landed at 21:52 hours. The complete emergency was cancelled at 21:57 hours. Passengers were safely disembarked and handled by terminal personnel,' a spokesperson for CSMIA said, adding that airport operations were not affected during the incident. IndiGo confirmed the diversion in a statement on Thursday: 'A technical snag was noticed on flight 6E 6271 during flight from Delhi to Manohar International Airport, Goa, on 16 July 2025. Following protocol, the flight was diverted and landed in Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai.' All passengers and crew were safe. The airline said the aircraft would undergo technical inspection before returning to service. Alternate arrangements were being made for passengers to continue their journey to Goa. CSMIA officials said that the terminal operations team remained on standby throughout the evening to assist with the situation.

Delhi-Goa IndiGo plane makes emergency landing at Mumbai airport due to engine failure: Source
Delhi-Goa IndiGo plane makes emergency landing at Mumbai airport due to engine failure: Source

New Indian Express

time4 days ago

  • New Indian Express

Delhi-Goa IndiGo plane makes emergency landing at Mumbai airport due to engine failure: Source

MUMBAI: A Goa-bound IndiGo flight from Delhi made an emergency landing here after it was diverted to the city due to a mid-air engine failure, according to a source. The flight, operated with an Airbus A320neo, made an emergency landing at 9.52 pm, the source said. IndiGo in a statement, said a "technical snag" forced the aircraft to be diverted to Mumbai. "Full emergency was declared for IndiGo flight 6E-6271, operating on the Delhi-Goa route after it was diverted to Mumbai due to one engine failure," the source said. "A technical snag was detected on flight 6E 6271 while flying from Delhi to Manohar International Airport, Goa on July 16. Following procedures, the aircraft was diverted and landed at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai," the IndiGo spokesperson said. The airline did not share the number of people on board or the nature of snag. "While the aircraft will undergo necessary checks and maintenance before resuming operations, an alternative aircraft has been arranged for completing the journey, which will depart shortly with the customers," the spokesperson said.

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