Chaos Unfolds at Delhi Airport T3 Amid Tightened Security Checks

On August 14, the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in Delhi faced severe disruptions, particularly at Terminal 3 (T3), as heightened security measures ahead of India’s 78th Independence Day led to significant delays and long queues. The situation escalated to the point where passengers reported waiting for hours just to clear security.

Radhika Gupta, the CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund, was among those caught in the chaos. Sharing her ordeal on X (formerly Twitter), she mentioned that an airline staff member informed her that the average wait time at security was a staggering 256 minutes, roughly 4.26 hours. Fortunately, she managed to catch her flight thanks to the assistance of Air Vistara staff. Gupta also voiced her hope that such issues would be addressed promptly.

Numerous travelers took to social media to express their frustrations, sharing videos and photos of the overwhelming crowd at T3. Complaints ranged from poor crowd management to a lack of timely communication from airlines. The increased passenger volume, combined with unchanged resources, contributed to the delays, leading to widespread dissatisfaction among those at the airport.

In response to the situation, Delhi Airport issued a statement on X, assuring passengers that all efforts were being made to minimize inconvenience. The statement emphasized that the security measures, which caused the delays, were necessary due to the upcoming Independence Day celebrations.

The chaos at T3 highlights the challenges airports face in managing security during peak times, especially when additional layers of checks are required. As India celebrates its 78th Independence Day, it is crucial for authorities to find a balance between ensuring safety and maintaining efficient airport operations.

For more updates and real-time information, follow the conversation on X:

– [Radhika Gupta’s Tweet](https://twitter.com/iRadhikaGupta/status/1690739919241308161) about her experience at the airport.
– [Delhi Airport’s Response](https://twitter.com/DelhiAirport/status/1690923443721512960) addressing the concerns raised by passengers.

Stay tuned as the situation develops, and safe travels to everyone navigating the current airport conditions.