New traffic, parking arrangements at BIAL

BANGALORE: Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) has announced that there will be new traffic and parking arrangements at BIAL, in line with the phased plan for expansion of the existing Passenger Terminal Building. The existing roads, drop-off and pick-up kerbs and walkways will be closed and new roads, kerbs and walkways in front of the terminal will be open for passengers from November 29.As the airport readies itself to accommodate changes as part of the Terminal 1 expansion project, the BIAL has taken care to ensure minimal impact on passengers travelling via BIA. To facilitate the construction activities, the existing roads in front of the terminal will be closed and traffic will be diverted to two new roads. Clear signage will be provided directing airport users to use the ‘central walkway’ for entry or exit to the terminal building.The new kerbs are connected to the terminal building through covered walkways for passenger convenience. In addition, the P4 (the 10-minute free parking) and P5 (premium parking) parking spaces have been closed and additional staff has been deployed to assist the passengers for the transition.The closure of the existing roads and diversion to these new roads have been done to facilitate the construction of the roof structure and overhead canopy of the expanded terminal building. The overhead canopies will extend over 40 meters in front of the roof of the present terminal providing shelter and weather protection to passengers both in the inner and outer lanes.The Terminal 1 expansion project was commenced in June this year and is scheduled to be operational by early 2013.