New Delhi: There is concern about commercial and retail empty space But airport terminal spilling over to areas specially meant for traveler Movement, directed by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security airport Operators have been asked to ensure that shops and eateries are kept only “on the fringes” and that those set up between passenger walking and seating areas are removed.
In an order issued about two months ago, the BCAS directed airport operators, especially those managing international hubs like Delhi and Mumbai airports, to rectify layout anomalies in the post-security check area, Which may restrict the free movement of passengers. Among the norms to be enforced is to ensure that all shops, eating places etc. are “next” and not in the middle of walking areas or lounges exclusively for passengers.
The BCAS, in its order, has asked airport operators to provide designated spaces at all terminals for easy evacuation of passengers as well as airlines and ground staff in case of a disaster. The evacuation plan would need to pre-identify ‘assembly’ and ‘egress’ points. The aim, a senior official told TOI, is to ensure that passengers are able to walk without stumbling into physical barriers that could hinder evacuation in case of an emergency.
“Airports around the world have large, open spaces for ease of passenger movement. However, it is observed that some airport operators in India are flouting the laid down norms and giving priority to commercial interests retail Outlet in between passenger access and seating area. This was taken up with the airport operators several times, but without much success. Over the next 15 days, the BCAS will review the implementation of its order on passenger-friendly airport layout at various airports, a senior official further told TOI.
TOI has learned that Home Minister Amit Shah during his review of airport facilities with Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, CISF and BCAS last week briefed about measures taken to enhance passenger amenities, especially in Delhi At the airport, where a huge crowd was seen. During last Christmas and New Years. A senior official posted at the IGI airport said, “It is anticipated that there will be an increase in the number of passengers after May 15, but we are fully prepared for the measures introduced in December-January.”
In an order issued about two months ago, the BCAS directed airport operators, especially those managing international hubs like Delhi and Mumbai airports, to rectify layout anomalies in the post-security check area, Which may restrict the free movement of passengers. Among the norms to be enforced is to ensure that all shops, eating places etc. are “next” and not in the middle of walking areas or lounges exclusively for passengers.
The BCAS, in its order, has asked airport operators to provide designated spaces at all terminals for easy evacuation of passengers as well as airlines and ground staff in case of a disaster. The evacuation plan would need to pre-identify ‘assembly’ and ‘egress’ points. The aim, a senior official told TOI, is to ensure that passengers are able to walk without stumbling into physical barriers that could hinder evacuation in case of an emergency.
“Airports around the world have large, open spaces for ease of passenger movement. However, it is observed that some airport operators in India are flouting the laid down norms and giving priority to commercial interests retail Outlet in between passenger access and seating area. This was taken up with the airport operators several times, but without much success. Over the next 15 days, the BCAS will review the implementation of its order on passenger-friendly airport layout at various airports, a senior official further told TOI.
TOI has learned that Home Minister Amit Shah during his review of airport facilities with Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, CISF and BCAS last week briefed about measures taken to enhance passenger amenities, especially in Delhi At the airport, where a huge crowd was seen. During last Christmas and New Years. A senior official posted at the IGI airport said, “It is anticipated that there will be an increase in the number of passengers after May 15, but we are fully prepared for the measures introduced in December-January.”