The Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport’s Terminal 2 (T2) is set to resume operations from October 26, 2025, following a comprehensive upgrade aimed at enhancing passenger convenience and operational efficiency. The reopening coincides with the commencement of the winter flight schedule.
The upgraded terminal will initially handle around 120 domestic flights per day, primarily operated by Air India and IndiGo. The revamp is part of Delhi International Airport Limited’s (DIAL) broader expansion and modernization plan to cater to the growing passenger traffic at one of India’s busiest airports.
Among the key new features is the introduction of a Self Baggage Drop (SBD) facility, allowing passengers to check in their luggage without waiting in long queues. This automated system is designed to streamline the check-in process and reduce congestion at the counters.
The terminal now also houses six new passenger boarding bridges, equipped with automated aircraft docking systems, a first for any Indian airport. These aerobridges are designed with accessibility in mind, featuring wheelchair-friendly access ramps and advanced safety mechanisms, including swing doors and cushioned panels.
Significant upgrades have been made to the terminal’s interiors. Passengers will notice enhanced natural lighting through skylights, improved flooring, modern ceiling designs, a revamped heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, and enhanced fire safety features. A new high-definition Flight Information Display System (FIDS) and clearer wayfinding signage have also been installed, with special consideration for Persons with Reduced Mobility (PRM).
Externally, access roads and vehicular circulation around the terminal have been improved to ensure smoother entry and exit for passengers and airport staff.
Terminal 2, originally constructed over four decades ago, was closed in April 2024 to undergo these renovation works. With the relaunch, DIAL aims to provide a more seamless, tech-enabled, and comfortable travel experience, in line with global airport standards.
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