Shah Orders Tech Upgrades: ATRS to Slash Airport Wait Times Nationwide

The Centre announced a series of measures to modernize India's airports, including the phased rollout of the Automatic Tray Retrieval System (ATRS) nationwide to reduce wait times. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, along with Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, directed authorities to prioritize 21 airports under construction and another 41 based on passenger traffic and security needs. The government also plans to expand immigration infrastructure, establish FRRO offices across states, and promote the Fast Track Immigration - Trusted Travellers' Programme (FTI-TTP) among international passengers. These initiatives aim to enhance passenger movement, airport security, and immigration services while balancing enhanced security with faster and more efficient service delivery.