In a move to strict security measures, the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) is all set to impose strict conditions for the citizens to access entry at Jinnah International Airport, Karachi.
According to ARY News sources, it is made mandatory for the citizens arriving at Karachi airport – either to pick up or drop off the passengers – to carry a copy of the tickets of the passenger.
Additionally, the new security measures permit entry for only four citizens accompanying each passenger at the airport, while, the citizens entering the airport have to present a copy of the ticket and an identity card at the security check, otherwise, the entry will be denied.
ARY sources indicate that the Vigilance Department of the Pakistan Airports Authority has devised a comprehensive plan, with the implementation of the new rules expected to commence soon.
These regulations follow a recent terrorist attack near the airport, prompting the authority to enhance security protocols.
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Earlier to this, the Interior Minister of Sindh formed a security committee and stressed the need for a security audit at Jinnah International Airport, Karachi.
Chaired by Sindh Interior Minister Zia-ul-Hasan Lanjar, a high-level security meeting was held at the Sindh Assembly Building, attended by key stakeholders, including law enforcement officials.
The meeting members discussed the security protocols, focusing on airport safety and reforms to strengthen protection for foreign nationals arriving at Karachi airport.
In the meeting, Minister Lanjar emphasized the need for a security audit involving all stakeholders and directed the immediate formation of a committee, headed by Secretary Home Sindh Iqbal Memon, including Additional IG Karachi, DIGs of East, CTD, Special Branch, SPU, and representatives from the Intelligence Bureau, ASF, and Civil Aviation Authority.
The committee’s main role is to establish SOPs related to foreign nationals’ security and enforce security responsibilities.
