Mangaluru International Airport enhances security with advanced equipment
Mangaluru, July 31, 2024: Mangaluru International Airport, has upgraded its security infrastructure by providing advanced equipment to the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF).
In a ceremony held on Monday, the airport introduced several new security measures, including a second Bullet Resistant Vehicle (BRV) for the Quick Response Team (QRT) and sophisticated tools for the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS).
Key additions to the airport's security capabilities include a Suspect Luggage Containment Vehicle, a Miniature Remote Operated Vehicle, an IR illuminator, and night vision binoculars with a range finder. Furthermore, the Landside Security team at Mangaluru International Airport received two electric scooters to patrol the entry and exit roads effectively.
These enhancements ensure Mangaluru International Airport meets all BDDS equipment requirements set by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), providing the CISF with essential tools to maintain robust airport security.
Mukesh Nankani, Chief Airport Officer of Mangaluru International Airport, ceremonially handed over a symbolic key to the BRV to Virendra Mohan Joshi, Senior Commandant of CISF and Chief Airport Security Officer. The event was attended by Vijit Juyal, Chief Security Officer, AAHL, and other members of the airport leadership team.
“We are committed to ensuring the highest standards of safety and security at Mangaluru International Airport. The deployment of these advanced security measures reflects our ongoing dedication to enhancing passenger safety and operational efficiency,” said Nankani.
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Bengaluru customs arrest Bangkok flyer with drugs worth 2.8 crores at KIAL
Bengaluru: Customs sleuths on Tuesday arrested a passenger arriving from Bangkok at the Kempegowda International Airport for allegedly trafficking drugs.
During routine checking at the airport, customs officials seized a large quantity of hydroponic cannabis from the passenger’s luggage.
Officials said around 8 kg of hydroponic cannabis was recovered, with its estimated market value pegged at approximately Rs 2.8 crore.
In a separate case on the same day, customs officials recovered about 900 grams of ganja, worth around Rs 31.5 lakh, from another passenger who had arrived from Hong Kong.
According to the officials, both passengers had concealed the narcotic substances inside their luggage in an attempt to evade detection.
The customs department has taken both the accused into custody and have initiated questioning.
A probe in connection with the incident is underway, and legal action is being pursued against them under the relevant provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.
