Passengers traveling between India and the UAE should brace for schedule adjustments as Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport will be temporarily closed for six hours tomorrow. The planned closure is for maintenance work and is unrelated to the ongoing geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan.
The shutdown, which will take place from 11am to 5pm IST, will impact hundreds of domestic and international flights, including those bound for Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. Passengers are advised to pre-check with their airlines and report early to deal with any rescheduling or delays.
Airport officials said the temporary shutdown is part of regular runway maintenance, designed to increase operational safety and efficiency. Ground personnel and airline operators have been notified, with contingency plans in place to reduce passenger inconvenience.
In spite of recent tensions in the region, aviation authorities have reassured the public that this closure is purely technical. Travelers flying to or from the UAE are recommended to remain updated through official airport notices and their respective carriers for the latest on rescheduled flights.
