Delhi Airport Security Breach: Haryana Man Arrested For Entering Airfield, Police Say He Is 'Drug Addict'

Indira Gandhi International Airport Security breach: Primary investigation revealed that the accused is a drug addict and hails from Haryana's Nuh district, said Police.

Image used for representational purposes only | A security breach at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi on January 27 prompted the authorities to promptly increase security measures

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New Delhi: A day after the Republic Day celebrations, a massive security breach occurred at the Delhi airport as an intruder entered the airfield. The security breach at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi on January 27 raised concerns and prompted the authorities to promptly increase security measures to address the situation.

“An Air India pilot reported to air traffic controllers (ATC) around 11.30 pm that a man had crossed in front of the aircraft during taxing. ATC promptly alerted the Airport Operation Control Centre (AOCC), leading to swift action by CISF, who apprehended the intruder and handed over to local police,” a senior airport official told news agency ANI. 

The accused was produced in the court and was sent to judicial custody. "Primary investigation revealed that the accused is a drug addict and hails from Haryana's Nuh district," ANI quoted Delhi Police as saying. He also added that "Airport security under CISF and DIAL..No Delhi police security lapse".

Notably, Delhi's Airport, particularly on high alert due to Republic Day and VVIP movement, was shaken by the incident of the intruder. This prompted heightened vigilance from security and safety agencies. An internal committee has been formed, and investigations are underway to address the situation, as per ANI's report.

The report further stated that authorities have taken a serious note and treated the incident with utmost seriousness, categorising it as a massive security breach and taking extensive measures to address the matter.

However, CISF, airport police, and DIAL are yet to release a response regarding the unauthorised entry of intruders onto the active airfield. 

Notably, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia imposed heavy penalties on Mumbai Airport (90 lakh) and IndiGo (1.2 cr) this month due to a violation of safety rules, taking cognisance of the incident where passengers were left seated and eating openly in the airport apron area.

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