The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has issued detailed guidelines to its airports for managing post-lockdown operations that imposes several restrictions, including the number of terminals and the retail outlets providing food and beverages.

“Initially, it is presumed that airline operations will be limited to tier-I cities, that is metros and some of the state capitals and major tier-II cities,” said the AAI guidelines.

The AAI, which manages more than 100 airports across India, said if an airport has multiple terminals, only one terminal should be used initially in the post-lockdown period. Also, if the airport has multiple baggage carousels, alternate ones must be used to maintain social distancing, it added.

“Limited food and beverages and retail outlets to be made available to the passengers till operations of airlines gradually increases. Initially, they should serve tea/coffee etc with take away snacks in boxes,” it said, adding that alcoholic beverages will not be permitted at bars or restaurants in airports unless the city or state administration permits it.