Bengaluru, Aug 28 (PTI) - Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru (BLR Airport) has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first airport in India to secure Level-2 Accreditation from Airports Council International's (ACI) Accessibility Enhancement Accreditation (AEA) programme, as announced by airport authorities on Thursday. This remarkable achievement positions Bengaluru Airport among an elite group of global airports recognized for integrating accessibility into their strategy, policy, and passenger experience.
The Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), which manages KIA, highlighted this accomplishment in a statement. The AEA programme stands as the world's exclusive initiative aimed at benchmarking and improving accessibility in aviation, assessing airports based on facilities, services, governance, and recognizing efforts to improve for Persons with Reduced Mobility (PRMs) and Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).
Satyaki Raghunath, Chief Operating Officer of BIAL, expressed, "We are honoured to be awarded the Level-2 Accreditation under ACI's Airport Accessibility Enhancement programme. At BLR Airport, accessibility is not merely about infrastructure; it represents our commitment to ensuring that travel is inclusive, seamless, and enriching for every passenger."
The Bengaluru airport has introduced several initiatives, including the Sunflower Lanyard scheme for travellers with hidden disabilities and India's first dedicated sensory room for neurodivergent passengers, the statement mentioned. Furthermore, a dedicated accessibility committee and continuous staff training underpin these efforts, guaranteeing compassionate assistance and ongoing infrastructure enhancements.
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