Heightened security at Chennai airport following 'Operation Sindoor'; passengers advised to arrive early

By our Special Correspondent

In the aftermath of ‘Operation Sindoor’ and following a directive from the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), security measures have been significantly intensified at Chennai International Airport and passengers have been advised to arrive at the terminal at least three hours before their scheduled departure to avoid delays due to extended screening procedures.

As part of the enhanced protocols, airport authorities announced that airline check-in counters will now close 75 minutes prior to departure, instead of the usual 60 minutes.