The Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) announced Terminal 1 (T1) at Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) as fully operational from April 15, 2025. This marks the completion of its Phase 3A expansion project of the Airport.
As the renovations for T2 will begin, all the flights operating from Terminal 2 (T2) will be shifted to Terminal 1. The move to refurbish the Airports is a part of an effort to modernize the system and streamline operations at the busy airport for passenger convenience.
T2 Temporarily Closed for Refurbishment
The terminal 2 handles around 270-280 air traffic movements daily and serves over 46,000 passengers. It will undergo refurbishment starting next month. The closure, expected to last for around four to six months. The refurbishment will begin in April and is slated for completion by the September quarter. This will allow T2 to be upgraded to handle more passengers once reopened.
T1’s Enhanced Features
According to reports the Terminal 1, is now capable of accommodating 40 million passengers annually, and boasts a host of upgraded features. The features include 100 check-in counters, 36 Self Baggage Drop (SBD) kiosks, and 108 Common Usage Self-Service (CUSS) kiosks.
In order to further improve the travelling passengers experience, the terminal has 20 Automated Tray Retrieval Systems (ATRS) for quicker security checks. In addition to this, the baggage handling capacity will now be doubled from 3,240 to 6,000 bags per hour. Furthermore 10 baggage reclaim carousels will be added.
The terminal’s area has also expanded significantly, from 55,740 sq. m to 2,06,950 sq. m. This area combines arrival and departure terminals for better flow and efficiency for the passengers. Delhi International Airport Limited has informed airlines about the terminal shift and advised them to adjust their operations accordingly.
