LAHORE, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 30th Aug, 2026) Defense Minister Khawaja Asif visited Allama Iqbal International Airport Lahore,
where he reviewed passenger facilities and development projects.
According to Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA), the Defense Minister directed
to set up additional search counters for early clearance of female passengers
and reduction in waiting time.
The minister inspected the newly constructed immigration area and ongoing
development works, while also reviewing passenger facility arrangements
in international and domestic departure areas.
The Defense Minister emphasized on maintaining high standards of passenger
facilities at Lahore Airport and reviewed the upgrade and renovation projects
of various facilities for the convenience of passengers.
Khawaja Asif emphasized on completing the expansion of the departure drop-off
lane on priority basis to reduce traffic congestion. While reviewing the progress
in the ongoing construction of the domestic departure area, the minister emphasized
on the timely completion of the project and passenger convenience.
