Goa Airports Ramp Up Security Measures Nationwide
In response to the recent car bomb explosion at Delhi's historic Red Fort, airport authorities across Goa have implemented immediate and comprehensive security enhancements at both of the state's major aviation facilities. The security breach in the national capital has triggered a nationwide red alert, prompting urgent action from airport operators throughout India.
Emergency Security Meetings Conducted
GMR Goa International Airport Limited (GGIAL) and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) have convened emergency meetings with all airport stakeholders following the security threat. These critical gatherings included representatives from the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), various airlines, and ground handling agencies, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance across all operational aspects.
Akash Deep, the airport director at Dabolim, made it clear that business-as-usual approaches would no longer be acceptable. "Following the recent incident in Delhi, we received a red alert and immediately conducted a special security meeting to sensitize all airport stakeholders," he stated. "We emphasized that the typical 'chalta hai' attitude simply won't work in this heightened security environment."
Comprehensive Security Overhaul Implemented
The security enhancements include significantly increased vigilance from Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) detachments stationed at both Goa airports. Additionally, Goa police have been directed to ensure adequate personnel deployment outside terminal buildings to create multiple layers of security protection.
At Manohar International Airport, which recently began operations as Goa's second aviation facility, GGIAL conducted similar security reviews and implemented strengthened protocols. The company, responsible for developing and operating the new airport, has taken comprehensive measures to address potential security vulnerabilities.
The car bomb methodology used in the Delhi incident has prompted particularly significant changes in vehicle management. AAI has relocated all vehicle parking at Dabolim Airport to a distance of 100 meters from the terminal building, creating a substantial buffer zone to protect against similar vehicle-borne threats.
These coordinated security measures demonstrate the serious approach Indian aviation authorities are taking following the Red Fort incident, ensuring passenger safety remains the highest priority during this period of elevated threat levels across the country.
