The meeting also decided to establish common counters and introduce a unified control system at a single point
ISLAMABAD:
The government has decided to install modern machines at airports to improve the check-in process and facilitate passengers through a one-window operation. This decision was taken at a special meeting chaired by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday.
The purpose of the meeting was to develop a joint strategy between the Ministry of the Interior and the Ministry of Defense to ensure foolproof security at airports. It discussed joint measures to facilitate the public at airports and decided to ensure effective coordination between all relevant institutions.
The meeting also decided to establish common counters and introduce a unified control system at a single point. It also reviewed progress on the installation of e-gates at airports.
Naqvi emphasized the need to provide passengers with faster clearance and easier travel facilities. He said common checking on a single scanner by all institutions would save time and facilitate people.
“Congestion and waiting times at airports can be reduced through coordination between institutions. The government is committed to providing modern and convenient travel facilities to the public,” he said.
Secretary Defense informed the participants that modern machinery is being imported to prevent damage to aircraft and accidents caused by birds at airports.
Interior Minister Talal Chaudhry, Interior Minister Muhammad Khurram Agha, Defense Minister Lt Gen (retd) Muhammad Ali and Additional Interior Minister Maj Gen (retd) Noor Wali Khan attended the session.
Additional Defense Secretary Maj Gen (retd) Qaiser Suleman, Anti-Narcotics Force Director Gen Maj (retd) General Abdul Mueed, and Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Director General Dr. Usman Anwar also attended the meeting.
