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Delhi airspace under special surveillance due to the BRICS Summit.
Due to the movement of VVIP flights in Delhi during the BRICS Summit, security arrangements in the airspace have been significantly tightened. Ajay Kapur, Northern Region Director of Airports Authority of India (AAI), said that in view of the summit, high level security protocol has been implemented in Delhi.
Heads of state and senior representatives from several countries are arriving for the BRICS Leaders’ Summit, to be held at the Bharat Mandapam on September 12 and 13. Special arrangements have also been made at Delhi’s airspace to accommodate the movement of foreign guests.
Ajay Kapur said that safety is being given top priority in the arrangements related to air traffic. The prescribed protocols and safety standards are being strictly followed during the operation of VVIP flights.
Air traffic arrangements have been changed for VVIP aircraft.
During the BRICS Summit, the movement of VVIP aircraft is being managed differently from normal commercial flights. The movement of aircraft is being controlled through better coordination between security agencies and aviation authorities.
The purpose of airspace restrictions is to maintain an additional security layer during VVIP flights. Under this, changes in the rules related to aircraft operations or arrangements for additional monitoring can be made for some time.
According to AAI officials, safety protocols in air traffic management are extremely important during such international meetings. Under this, special surveillance is being maintained on Delhi airspace.
Emphasis on the highest level of security protocol
Ajay Kapur described the security arrangements in place in Delhi as “the highest level of security protocol.” According to him, all necessary security standards are being followed during VVIP flights.
In a major international conference like BRICS, heads and high-level representatives of many countries are present in the capital at the same time. Therefore, more caution is taken for their aircraft operations than on normal days.
Continuous coordination between airport and air traffic officials is an important part of this entire system. This helps in managing VVIP movements in a secure manner.
Commercial flights may also be affected.
VVIP movement and security restrictions in Delhi airspace may also impact normal air traffic. There may be a situation of temporary changes in the route or timing of some flights.
For travelers, this means that some flights may be delayed or rescheduled during the summit. However, its impact will not be the same on every flight and aviation authorities will take decisions as per the situation.
Air travellers are advised to check the latest status of their flight in advance. This will make it easier to reach the airport and plan your onward journey.
Security has also been increased at Delhi Airport.
Delhi’s major airport operations are receiving special attention in view of the arrival and departure of foreign guests attending the BRICS Summit. Coordination between security agencies and airport authorities is essential during VVIP movements.
VVIP movements are managed separately while keeping the general movement of passengers at the airport safe. For this, preparations are made in advance by aviation and security agencies.
The scope of security in the capital during the summit is not limited to the venue only. Special security arrangements are also being made at the airport, major hotels and VVIP routes.
Preparations have increased due to the BRICS Summit.
The BRICS Summit is an important international event for India. Keeping in mind the security of the foreign leaders and delegations participating in it, preparations have been made at many levels in Delhi from ground to airspace.
Along with security arrangements around Bharat Mandapam, VVIP transportation and aviation movement are also being conducted in a coordinated manner.
It is clear from the information given by AAI regarding airspace management that a different and more stringent protocol than usual has been implemented for VVIP flights during the summit.
Travelers are advised to check their flight status.
Those flying from Delhi during the BRICS Summit would be better off checking their flight status ahead of time. Passengers travelling to the airport, especially on September 12 and 13, should be aware of possible traffic and security restrictions.
Due to VVIP movements, there may be temporary changes on some routes and this may also affect the time taken to reach the airport. Therefore, passengers are advised to leave with sufficient time.
At present, AAI’s focus is on operating VVIP flights in a safe and orderly manner during the summit. The special protocol in place in Delhi airspace is expected to return to normal after the summit concludes.
