New Delhi: The Indian Ministry of Civil Aviation announced the lifting of the temporary closure of 32 airports in the wake of cessation of hostilities between India and Pakistan.
According to Kuwait News Agency, a statement from the Ministry of Civil Aviation indicated that the temporary closure, which was initially set until 05:29 hours on 15 May, has been lifted. The statement confirmed that these airports are now available for civil aircraft operations effective immediately. Travelers are advised to check flight status directly with airlines and to monitor airlines' websites for regular updates.
On Saturday, the Airports Authority of India had temporarily suspended civil flight operations in 32 airports across northern and western India. The Indian aviation authorities had issued a series of Notices to Airmen announcing the temporary closure of these airports for all civil flight operations, which was effective from 9 to 14 May due to operational reasons. The announcement lifting the temporary closure of airports comes two days after India and Pakistan reached an agreement to a ceasefire and stop all military action.