The Indian Air Force (IAF) is conducting a routine, pre-planned exercise at Imphal Airport and various locations across Manipur today. Authorities have confirmed that the exercise is part of regular operational preparedness activities and poses no threat to public safety.
Airport authorities reiterated that all flight operations remain normal, and passengers can travel as scheduled without disruption.
No Cause for Panic, Say Authorities
Officials emphasised that such exercises are standard practice for the IAF and are conducted periodically to enhance coordination, readiness, and response capabilities.
They assured that the activities are strictly controlled, follow established protocols, and do not interfere with civil operations.
A senior airport official noted:
“Everything is functioning normally. The exercise has no impact on passenger services or airport operations.”
Request for Public Cooperation
The public has been advised to remain calm, avoid circulating unverified information, and cooperate with security personnel wherever necessary.
Authorities also urged citizens to refrain from spreading rumours or misinterpreting routine military movements — particularly on social media, where misinformation often travels fastest.
Passengers travelling through Imphal Airport were requested to:
Arrive as usual
Follow instructions from airport staff
Avoid unnecessary speculation regarding the exercise
The advisory is intended to ensure smooth operations and prevent confusion among travellers and residents.
Why These Exercises Matter
Military drills like today’s allow the IAF to:
Test operational preparedness
Strengthen coordination with civilian agencies
Improve response time in emergency scenarios
Maintain high-level readiness
Such exercises are routine across the country and are not linked to any specific threat or incident.
Authorities Monitor the Situation Closely
Officials from the Airport Authority of India (AAI), CISF, and the Indian Air Force are working in coordination to ensure seamless functioning at Imphal Airport throughout the exercise period.
Authorities reaffirmed that there is no impact on flight schedules and no reason for public concern.