Mangaluru, Karnataka | 18: Dr G Parameshwara, Hon’ble Home Minister of Karnataka, today inaugurated a dedicated Police Outpost at Mangaluru International Airport, reinforcing landside security and operational coordination at the coastal gateway.
Strategically located adjacent to the airport’s exit toll gate, the facility is designed to ensure a continuous police presence at a critical access point, enabling swift action in the event of any security or law-and-order situation.
Spread across 1,650 square feet, the two-floor outpost has been purpose-built to support real-time response and coordination. The ground floor houses a holding cell, two workstation rooms and an office, providing on-site capability for enquiry handling, documentation and immediate intervention. The first floor comprises a lounge and a dedicated landside control room to strengthen monitoring of vehicular movement and public areas outside the terminal building.
With passenger traffic steadily rising and airport operations becoming increasingly complex, strengthening landside vigilance has become increasingly important. The new outpost complements the existing police check post near the entry toll gate, creating integrated coverage of both entry and exit points and enhancing deterrence against unlawful activities.
The presence of an on-site holding facility and operational workstations reduces reliance on off-airport infrastructure, enabling faster decision-making and improving response times during emergencies. The landside control room supports closer surveillance and seamless information sharing among agencies.
The initiative is expected to deepen coordination between various authorities, including airport management, the Airport Security Group unit of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and the Mangaluru City Police, fostering joint preparedness and streamlined response protocols.
The inauguration underscores the commitment of the Government of Karnataka, law enforcement authorities and airport stakeholders to continuously upgrade security infrastructure in line with evolving operational requirements, ensuring a safe, secure and resilient environment for passengers, visitors and the wider community.