**Title:** India Closes 24 Airports Amid Rising India-Pakistan Tensions
**Meta Description:** India has temporarily closed 24 airports near its western border and increased security measures due to escalating tensions with Pakistan.
**URL Slug:** india-airports-closed-pakistan-tensions
**Headline:** India Temporarily Closes 24 Airports as Tensions with Pakistan Escalate
In response to escalating tensions with Pakistan, India has temporarily closed at least 24 airports located near its western border. This decision follows a recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam and a series of drone and missile threats from Pakistan targeting various regions, including Jammu, Punjab, and Rajasthan. The Indian defense systems successfully intercepted these threats, prompting heightened security measures across the nation.
Airlines have advised passengers to arrive at least three hours prior to their flights due to the increased security protocols. Hundreds of flights have been canceled as a precautionary measure, reflecting the seriousness of the situation. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has mandated enhanced security checks at all airports, including a Secondary Ladder Point Check (SLPC) for all passengers. Additionally, visitor access to terminal buildings has been restricted, and Air Marshals will be deployed to ensure safety.
**List of Airports Temporarily Closed:**
*Punjab:*
1. Amritsar
2. Ludhiana
3. Patiala
4. Bathinda
5. Halwara
6. Pathankot
*Himachal Pradesh:*
1. Bhuntar
2. Shimla
3. Kangra-Gaggal
*Chandigarh (Union Territory):*
1. Chandigarh
*Jammu and Kashmir (Union Territory):*
1. Srinagar
2. Jammu
*Ladakh (Union Territory):*
1. Leh
*Rajasthan:*
1. Kishengarh
2. Jaisalmer
3. Jodhpur
4. Bikaner
*Gujarat:*
1. Mundra
2. Jamnagar
3. Hirasar
4. Porbandar
5. Keshod
6. Kandla
7. Bhuj
As the situation develops, authorities are closely monitoring the security landscape. The Indian government remains vigilant in protecting its airspace and ensuring the safety of its citizens.
**FAQ:**
*What measures are being taken at airports due to the heightened security?*
All passengers will undergo a Secondary Ladder Point Check (SLPC), visitor access to terminals is restricted, and Air Marshals will be present to enhance security.
