Mumbai, Delhi, Ahmedabad End Turkish Firm Celebi Airport Operations

India has revoked the security clearance of Turkish aviation ground-handling company Celebi Airport Services India Pvt Ltd, leading to the termination of its contracts at major airports including Mumbai, Delhi, and Ahmedabad. This decision was driven by national security concerns amid rising diplomatic tensions after Turkey publicly supported Pakistan during the recent escalation following the Pahalgam terror attack and India's subsequent military Operation Sindoor. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) officially revoked Celebi's clearance, citing the importance of safeguarding national security. Airport authorities such as Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, and Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) have all ended their associations with Celebi, ensuring uninterrupted operations by coordinating with other service providers. The Indian government emphasized that passenger convenience and cargo operations would continue smoothly despite the changes, with a strong focus on employee welfare and operational integrity. This move reflects India's increased emphasis on national security within the aviation sector amid geopolitical tensions with Turkey.