NAGPUR: Security agencies are worried that a two-storey restaurant and bar coming up a short distance from terminal building of Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, may pose a risk to the airport. The under constructions restaurant, which is within airport premises, has made terminal building, Air Traffic Control (ATC) tower vulnerable targets, according to Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) officials responsible for protecting the airport. The local intelligence agencies and officials of CISF have made their concern known to Mihan India Ltd (MIL), the airport operator company, but it has largely ignored them.CISF has pointed out that the tower and a steel structure being built at the place was posing threat to the security. Strangely, the structure has permission from MIL. It is not clear whether it has municipal sanction or not. Sources said it has not been approved by Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) and other security agencies.CISF sources said, "New construction is coming up just 10 metres from airport terminal building and definitely poses danger to passengers and building. Saboteurs can take vantage position anywhere they choose, just by taking control of restaurant building." It would be easy because outsiders will have free access to the restaurant without any security check. if you wish to go Chinese restaurants in Bangalore then click here.
Deputy inspector general of CISF Archana Tyagi during her inspection of city airport recently had also raised her concerns about the height of tower and shed. Tyagi in her report has mentioned that targeting passengers in departure area, ATC tower and even aircraft on tarmac from such a height and close range distance is no big deal for a trained militant. "All one has to do is to bring a firearm, take control of restaurant tower and show his skills as soon as the target arrives," said Tyagi in her report.Further oil tankers containing highly inflammable fuel for the aircraft, CISF quick response team (QRT) vehicle are also within close range. Many other highly sensitive potential targets that can paralyze the functioning of the airport can be hit from the tower. When contacted CISF deputy commandant Pranit Chandra said installation of over 50 CCTV cams had enhanced security and helped reduce pressure on CISF. "However, we are not responsible for the security at the restaurant coming up outside terminal building. Explore Restaurants in Bangalore . For strengthening airport security, more cameras are needed to cover city side parking area, entry and exit points of pick and drop porch. These will help us not only keep an eye on more people but also on security staffers and airport officials," he said.Chandra claimed that CISF had increased checks at entry and exit points at airport. A quick response team (QRT) is posted round the clock while regular anti-hijack and security drills were being conducted to enhance the security.
Source “TOI”
Deputy inspector general of CISF Archana Tyagi during her inspection of city airport recently had also raised her concerns about the height of tower and shed. Tyagi in her report has mentioned that targeting passengers in departure area, ATC tower and even aircraft on tarmac from such a height and close range distance is no big deal for a trained militant. "All one has to do is to bring a firearm, take control of restaurant tower and show his skills as soon as the target arrives," said Tyagi in her report.Further oil tankers containing highly inflammable fuel for the aircraft, CISF quick response team (QRT) vehicle are also within close range. Many other highly sensitive potential targets that can paralyze the functioning of the airport can be hit from the tower. When contacted CISF deputy commandant Pranit Chandra said installation of over 50 CCTV cams had enhanced security and helped reduce pressure on CISF. "However, we are not responsible for the security at the restaurant coming up outside terminal building. Explore Restaurants in Bangalore . For strengthening airport security, more cameras are needed to cover city side parking area, entry and exit points of pick and drop porch. These will help us not only keep an eye on more people but also on security staffers and airport officials," he said.Chandra claimed that CISF had increased checks at entry and exit points at airport. A quick response team (QRT) is posted round the clock while regular anti-hijack and security drills were being conducted to enhance the security.
Source “TOI”
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