• Strengthening Airport’s public transport network with sustainable & premium travel option
• Six new passenger boarding bridges featuring autonomous docking technology
• Autonomous Docking Technology - first-of-its-kind in India—will allow quicker and smarter aircraft handling
• Air India and Indigo to operate 120 domestic flights daily from upgraded T2 from Oct 26
• Modern ceilings and innovative skylight designs to offer a bright, open, and inviting atmosphere for passengers

New Delhi, September 15, 2025: GMR AERO-led Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), which manages and operates India’s busiest Delhi airport, today announced that the upgraded Terminal 2 at IGI Airport is set to become operational from October 26, coinciding with the beginning of the winter schedule.
 
DIAL, led by GMR AERO - Asia’s largest private airport operator, undertook the comprehensive upgrade work to make T2 future-ready to meet the growing passenger traffic. The upgraded T2 is designed to delight travelers and provide them with a seamless travel experience.
 
The terminal, built by the Airports Authority of India 40 years ago, was temporarily closed to carry out the upgrade work in April, when state-of-the-art Terminal 1 became fully operational.
 
From the intervening night of October 25–26, 2025, approximately 120 daily domestic flights operated by Air India and Indigo are set to shift operations to the upgraded Terminal 2. This will optimize operations and provide a superior travel experience to hundreds of thousands of passengers every day.
 
Speaking about the development, CEO-DIAL, Mr. Videh Kumar Jaipuriar, said, “Terminal 2 is not just a facility upgrade—it’s a complete reimagination of the passenger journey. With innovative technologies like the Self Baggage Drop and autonomous docking aerobridges, we are empowering travelers, optimizing efficiency, and preparing IGI Airport for the future of aviation. As India’s busiest aviation hub accelerates toward its next phase, these world-class enhancements underline DIAL’s vision to deliver an unmatched passenger experience while supporting the country’s growing air travel aspirations.”
 
The upgraded Terminal 2 offers a host of passenger-friendly facilities, like the Self Baggage Drop (SBD) facility and new passenger boarding bridges featuring autonomous docking technology.
 
The Self Baggage Drop (SBD) facility is a game-changer in passenger convenience as it empowers passengers with complete control over their journey. This independent baggage check-in facility dramatically reduces their wait times, ushering in a seamless airport experience. It means - no more long queues; simply scan your boarding pass, tag your luggage, and drop your bags in minutes.
 
The passenger boarding bridges (PBB), featuring autonomous docking technology—the first-of-its-kind implementation in India—allow quicker and smarter aircraft handling. DIAL has procured six state-of-the-art Passenger Boarding Bridges (PBBs) from South Korea, incorporating a range of advanced features designed to enhance passenger convenience, safety, and overall experience. These include elevated ramps to assist wheelchair passengers and optimally adjusted cabins for seamless boarding. Additionally, the PBBs feature side-covering cushions for improved safety and aesthetics, along with swing doors that ensure operator safety while contributing to a modern and attractive design.
 
Complemented by modern ceilings and innovative skylight designs, the terminal promises a bright, open, and inviting atmosphere for travelers. Passengers will also benefit from advanced flooring solutions designed for comfort and durability, along with significantly improved road connectivity, ensuring smoother access to and from the terminal.
 
The upgraded Terminal 2 features significant mechanical and electrical improvements, including renovated HVAC systems that ensure optimal air quality and passenger comfort throughout the terminal. Advanced fire safety systems have been installed to enhance security and safeguard travelers, while additional electrical infrastructure has been implemented to provide a stable and reliable power supply, supporting uninterrupted airport operations.

It also features a new, high-resolution Flight Information Display System (FIDS) that provides real-time flight information with greater accuracy, enhancing passenger convenience. Specially designed signage has also been installed to ensure clear communication throughout the terminal, with particular focus on accessibility for Persons with Reduced Mobility (PRM).

Additionally, the airside and apron areas, having served for over four decades, underwent major refurbishments to ensure smooth aircraft operations and accommodate the growing traffic efficiently.

About GMR Airports Limited (Formerly GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited)

GMR Airports Limited (GAL) is a leading global airport platform company with over two decades of experience in designing, constructing, and operating world-class sustainable airports. Under the brand name “GMR AERO”, it offers pioneering aviation solutions in retail, aero services, and real estate. Groupe ADP joined the journey in 2020 as a strategic partner and is now a co-promoter in GAL.

As a platform business, GAL also provides a range of aero services including Duty Free, Retail, F&B, Cargo, Car Parking, O&M, and PMC services. Through its innovative Aerotropolis concept, it develops cutting-edge airport cities giving shape to best-in-class real estate developments in South Asia. GAL operates India's largest third-party Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility through its subsidiary, GMR Air Cargo and Aerospace Engineering Limited ensuring operational excellence across the Asia Pacific region.

GMR Innovex, a GMR Group entity, is developing and introducing a range of digital solutions to enhance the passenger journey and airport experience. Through GMR Aero Academy and GMR School of Aviation, the company is creating the talent pool necessary to drive the growth of the aviation sector in India (the third largest in the world).

As the largest private airport operator in Asia and the second-largest globally, GAL served over 120 million passengers in FY25 with a steadfast commitment to excellence in airport management as reflected in its consistent rankings for services by ACI and Skytrax. With a robust presence in India and Southeast Asia, the company operates key gateways such as Delhi, Hyderabad, Goa, and Medan airports, while extending its technical services to Mactan Cebu International Airport in the Philippines. GAL is also developing transformative projects like the greenfield airports in Bhogapuram (Visakhapatnam), India, and Crete, Greece.

GMR Group, the promoter of GAL has a significant presence in Energy, Transportation, Urban Infrastructure, and Sports. Through its CSR arm, GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, GMR supports local communities, reflecting its commitment to improving quality of life by enhancing skills, providing education, and developing healthcare infrastructure and services.

Groupe ADP develops and manages airports, including Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Paris-Orly, and Paris-Le Bourget. In 2024, the group handled through its brand Paris Aéroport 103.4 million passengers at Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Paris-Orly, and nearly 363.7 million passengers in airports in France and abroad. Boasting an exceptional geographic location and a major catchment area, the Group is pursuing its strategy of adapting and modernizing its terminal facilities and upgrading the quality of services; the Group also intends to develop its retail and real estate businesses. In 2024, group revenue stood at €6,158 million and net income at €342 million.

For further information about GMR Group, http://www.gmrgroup.in

For further details, please contact:

Subhendu Ray
Corporate Communications
Email: subhendu.ray@gmrgroup.in
Mobile: 9971544011

Sarvottamjee M Jaipuriar
Corporate Communications
Email: sarvottamjee.jaipuriar@gmrgroup.in
Phone: 9818389621