The New South Parallel Runway (NSPR) of the Kempegowda International Airport was all set for commissioning on December 5 as planned but was deferred at the last moment. Reason: Regulatory paperwork was still underway and a final go-ahead was awaited.
In an official statement, KIA operator, Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) maintained: “Regulatory paperwork is underway for the South Runway and associated infrastructure at KIA, with the first flight expected to operate from the South Runway as soon as the approvals are received.”
The BIAL top brass was actively pursuing the final clearance from the regulators. All the systems for the runway’s operations were ready.
