Swadesh Darshan 2.0 - Mumbai FASTag Airport Service- Metaverse Friendly Bengaluru Airport | Travel Update 2022

1. Travellers Seeking Advisory at the Airport to Arrive Early- Says Mumbai Airport 

It has been officially urged to all travellers seeking assistance to arrive early since the Mumbai airport, CSMIA, is experiencing massive crowds and lineups. This strategy was implemented to reduce the traffic during required security screenings and other travel-related processes. Additionally, it is recommended that international travellers arrive 3.5 hours before takeoff and local passengers arrive 2.5 hours early. This programme is only available during the current Holiday season.

2. Puducherry Will Soon Undergo Major Renovations 

The Swadesh Darshan 2.0 Project will soon completely renovate Puducherry. Under the Central Sector Scheme of the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, Government of India, this Swadesh Darshan Scheme specifically aims to promote, develop, and harness the potential of tourism in India. Several newly launched tourism initiatives will offer the city a fresh new look and a modernised feel. The mission will include work on the Aayi Mandapam, establishment of pilgrim amenities, Spiritual Park, Eden Beach, and other things.

3. FASTag Car Park Services Now at MLCP, Terminal 2 of Mumbai Airport

The FASTag toll collection system will now be operational at Terminal 2. All travellers will benefit from this since it will improve their travel experience and provide the latest technology available. The CSMIA has assigned one lane entry and one lane departure for passengers using FASTag alternatives in order to reduce the lengthier lineups and simplify vehicle movements.
 

4. Bengaluru Airport to Evolve as The Metaverse-Friendly Airport In the Near Future

The first airport that is hospitable to the metaverse will be Bangalore's Kempegowda International Airport. The BIAL (Bangalore International Airport Limited) announced that travellers will now be able to access Terminal 2 of Bengaluru International Airport in the Metaverse. The technology will be developed in conjunction with Polygon and AWS (Amazon Web Services). An immersive, three-dimensional virtual tour of the recently opened Terminal 2 at BLR Airport will be made available to visitors via the BLR Metaport.

5. Hong Kong’s Gyms and Restaurants Will Now Be Directly Accessible to International Visitors

With the elimination of limitations, Hong Kong now admits all foreign tourists and travellers into its gyms and eateries. Previously, the Amber code was in effect, which prohibited many travellers from going immediately inside the city's gyms, restaurants, salons, and other establishments. Chief Executive John Lee abolished this code for all international arrivals on Wednesday.