Thiruvananthapuram Airport to shut runway from 4-9 pm on October 20
What Happened
Flight operations at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport will be suspended for five hours, from 4 pm to 9 pm on October 20, to allow the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple’s traditional Alpassi Arattu procession to cross the airport runway. The ceremonial procession uses the runway on its way to Shangumugham beach for the ritual holy bath of the temple idols. The airport has been pausing operations twice a year for decades to accommodate the biannual procession.
Key Takeaways
Passengers travelling on October 20 should check directly with their airlines for revised departure and arrival timings, as flights scheduled during the 4-9 pm shutdown may be rescheduled.