Click to play videoNew Delhi: Heavy rains on Friday brought the capital to a halt once again. But this time it wasn't just trees and traffic that took a hit. Delhi International Airport Limited's brand new domestic terminal was dealt a big blow as 40 minutes of rain and strong winds ripped the roof of the new swanky airport terminal 1D.
The terminal built to weather even earthquakes and cyclones came crashing down in the storm and the management was forced to swing into action to ensure passengers were not inconvenienced.
"We called the contractor urgently. They alongside our team is reviewing the situation to understand actually how this has occurred. We are trying to ensure that people can get to the flights as quickly and as safely as possible. Passengers are being provided with free refreshment and beverage facilities," said Andrew Harrison, CEO of DIAL.
But owners of stalls within the airport were clearly unhappy about the mess.
"The stores are flooded and our merchandise has been damaged. But at such times we are concerned about the safety of people," William Bissel, Owner of Fab India, said.
Barely a few weeks back, the same terminal roof had sprung leaks during heavy rain.. With a far bigger problem this time around, civil aviation authorities have threatened strict action against airport contractor GMR.
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