India's BCAS issues guidelines for passengers to exit airport departure gates during long delays or emergencies after boarding.

The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) in India has issued new guidelines allowing passengers to exit through airport departure gates during long flight delays or emergencies after boarding. These guidelines aim to address rising instances of congestion and flight delays by preventing passengers from being stuck inside aircraft for extended periods. Airport operators are required to make arrangements for infrastructure, including security screening, to implement the guidelines. The decision to deboard passengers will ultimately lie with the airlines and relevant security agencies.