Security tightened at Agartala airport amid India-Pakistan tensions

AGARTALA: In the wake of escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, Agartala’s Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) airport authority has stepped up security measures as per directives from the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), a top official of the Airport Authority of India (AAI) said on Friday.

The MBB airport, located 18 km from Agartala city, is situated just along the India-Bangladesh border.

Airport Director Kailash Chander Meena informed that enhanced security protocols have been implemented at the MBB Airport, which is categorised as a hyper-sensitive installation due to its proximity to the Bangladesh border.

The AAI official urged all passengers to arrive at the airport at least three hours before their scheduled departures, citing intensified screening and security procedures.

“This new measure is intended to ensure smooth check-in, baggage screening, and boarding under the current nationwide security alert,” Meena said.

Refusing to disclose specific security arrangements, the airport director assured that the airport remains well-secured and fully operational.

“All necessary measures have been taken in light of the present situation. We are following all threat assessment protocols and maintaining robust security deployments,” he added.

According to the official, on average, 34 flights operate daily from the MBB Airport, and flight schedules remain unaffected despite the heightened alert.

The enhanced security at the airport reflects broader national preparedness amid cross-border tensions, as security agencies across India remain on high alert. (IANS).

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