Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif today inaugurated upgraded facilities, including a blast-proof wall, at the Benazir Bhutto International Airport (BBIA) here that cost Rs 460 million.
Completed in nine months, it has a new building for international departure and fast track check-in counters, according to an official statement.
"The new facilities have been completed at a cost of Rs 460 million and include a new taxiway," the statement said.
The construction of 1,700 feet x 75 feet taxiway link, adjacent to the lone runway which will help to save over Rs 1 billion per annum by reducing waiting time for aircraft.
It is estimated that the new features will save Rs 120 million per month for airlines.
Sharif visited after going through different renovated sections of the airport and directed that similar facilities be provided at other airports.
A blast-proof concrete wall has been built in front of the main terminal to separate it from the car park to make the airport more secure.
