India suspends operations at 32 airports amid tensions

India has temporarily suspended operations at 32 civilian airports due to escalating tensions with Pakistan, Kursiv.uz reported, citing the Times of India. The Ministry of Civil Aviation confirmed the suspension.

According to the announcement, flights at the affected airports will be halted until 5:29 AM local time on May 15 (4:59 AM Tashkent time).

The affected airports include Adhampur, Ambala, Amritsar, Avantipur, Bathinda, Bhuj, Bikaner, Chandigarh, Halwara, Hindon, Jaisalmer, Jammu, Jamnagar, Jodhpur, Kandla, Kangra (Gaggal), Keshod, Kishangarh, Kullu Manali (Bhuntar), Leh, Ludhiana, Mundra, Naliya, Pathankot, Patiala, Porbandar, Rajkot (Hirasar), Sarsawa, Shimla, Srinagar, Thoise, and Uttarlai.

The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has instructed all airlines and airports to tighten security and implement extra safety measures. Mumbai International Airport has urged travelers to arrive earlier due to extended screening procedures. Read 'Zamin' on Telegram!