In a leap forward towards integration of various modes of transport, Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) proposes to introduce airport check-in facility at its Chennai Central station.
“Flyers who wish to take the Metro to reach the airport can opt to complete check-in procedures and collect the boarding pass at Chennai Central metro station itself,” said a CMRL official.
The 24-km underground Metro network runs from Washermenpet to Chennai airport via Chennai Central.
Using this facility, flyers can directly board the flight upon reaching the airport.
“We may soon hold talks with officials of Airports Authority of India (AAI) to discuss the required facilities. Also, we need to approach various airlines to see which ones are interested in setting up check-in counters at the station,” he said.
04/04/13 Sunitha Sekar/The Hindu
