New Delhi: In the wake of the Istanbul terror attack, IGI Airport has been put on high alert. The perimeter intrusion detection system (PIDS), already installed at the Delhi airport, is now fully activated and the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), will soon take over it.
PIDS is a multi-layer security system that was developed four years ago in accordance with guidelines laid down by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS). It has around 200 CCTV cameras to capture the slightest movement. The system also comprises radars, more than 35 watchtowers and a patrolling track along the 25km perimeter wall of the airport.
According to CISF officers, the system sometimes develops a snag-it generates false alarms forcing the security agency to mobilise quick reaction teams (QRTs). "A drill has to be carried out every time to ensure that the perimeter is secured. Airport is a sensitive place and we can't compromise on public safety," said a CISF officer.
The problem is being rectified following a directive of the BCAS. The airport operator, Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), said that the whatever problems were reported initially had been addressed.
01/07/16 Anvit Srivastava/Times of India
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PIDS is a multi-layer security system that was developed four years ago in accordance with guidelines laid down by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS). It has around 200 CCTV cameras to capture the slightest movement. The system also comprises radars, more than 35 watchtowers and a patrolling track along the 25km perimeter wall of the airport.
According to CISF officers, the system sometimes develops a snag-it generates false alarms forcing the security agency to mobilise quick reaction teams (QRTs). "A drill has to be carried out every time to ensure that the perimeter is secured. Airport is a sensitive place and we can't compromise on public safety," said a CISF officer.
The problem is being rectified following a directive of the BCAS. The airport operator, Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), said that the whatever problems were reported initially had been addressed.
01/07/16 Anvit Srivastava/Times of India
