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IGI Airport's third runway to become operational from Sunday, easing passenger traffic
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 19 Sep 2026, 04:46 PM
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The third runway (11R/29L) at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport will be fully operational from Sunday, adding capacity for aircraft movements.
Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport is set to commission its third runway, designated 11R/29L, on Sunday. The new strip will join the existing two runways, expanding the airport's handling capability and reducing congestion during peak hours.
Airport authorities have confirmed that all necessary infrastructure, including lighting, navigation aids and surface markings, has been completed and tested. The runway will initially accommodate both take‑offs and landings for domestic and international flights, with plans to integrate it into the airport's broader traffic management system.
The addition is expected to improve punctuality and increase the number of slots available to airlines, offering passengers smoother travel experiences and potentially lowering delays during the busy travel season.
The move aligns with the government's broader push to upgrade aviation infrastructure across the country, aiming to support growing passenger numbers and enhance India's connectivity on the global stage.
Airport authorities have confirmed that all necessary infrastructure, including lighting, navigation aids and surface markings, has been completed and tested. The runway will initially accommodate both take‑offs and landings for domestic and international flights, with plans to integrate it into the airport's broader traffic management system.
The addition is expected to improve punctuality and increase the number of slots available to airlines, offering passengers smoother travel experiences and potentially lowering delays during the busy travel season.
The move aligns with the government's broader push to upgrade aviation infrastructure across the country, aiming to support growing passenger numbers and enhance India's connectivity on the global stage.