Media Release
Mangaluru, Sep 26: Mangaluru International Airport Limited (MgIAL) conducted Mangalam 2025, a Full-Scale Aerodrome Emergency Exercise (FSAEE) at Mangaluru International Airport on September 26. With this annual exercise, mandated by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the airport and its stakeholders reaffirmed their commitment to aviation safety and emergency preparedness.
A comprehensive emergency scenario involving a passenger aircraft incident on the airfield was simulated to evaluate the airport’s readiness, stakeholder coordination, and response capabilities in the event of a real-life emergency at the airport. The scenario was executed with precision, involving mock casualties, timely suppression of the ‘fire’ that enveloped the ‘aircraft’ by Karnataka State Fire and Emergency Services and Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Services (ARFF) personnel, evacuation procedures, and related emergency management protocols.
The drill witnessed active participation from multiple stakeholders, including the District Disaster Management Authority, Mangaluru City Police, CISF, ARFF, medical teams – airport, government and private – airlines, and ground handling agencies. Observers from various regulatory bodies assessed the effectiveness of the exercise, which lasted a little over an hour. Their feedback, shared during the debrief session, will enable further refinement of the airport’s Emergency Response Plan (ERP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
“Mangalam 2025 is a testament to the proactive approach of the MgIAL in ensuring the highest standards of safety and operational excellence. Mandated exercises such as these enable us to identify gaps, strengthen inter-agency coordination, and enhance our overall emergency response framework,” said an airport spokesperson.
The MgIAL remains committed to its mission of providing a safe, secure, and seamless travel experience, and Mangalam 2025 marks another milestone in that journey.
About Mangaluru International Airport Limited (MgIAL)
Mangaluru International Airport Limited (MgIAL) is a subsidiary of Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL), the flagship of the globally diversified Adani Group, and the largest private operator of seven functional airports in India through Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL). AAHL holds a 49 per cent stake, while AEL, the parent company, holds the majority 51 per cent stake in MgIAL. MgIAL operates and is modernising Mangaluru International Airport (MgIA), a major aviation hub in Mangaluru, Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka.
Mangaluru International Airport, Mangaluru (IATA: IXE ICAO: VOML)
MgIA, with a rich history of over 70 years, is spread over 583.77 acres and holds the distinction of being Karnataka’s second busiest airport in terms of passenger traffic, managing 2.32 million passengers in FY2024–25. As the first airport in Karnataka to have two runways, including one made of rigid pavement and since overlaid with asphalt, MgIA currently caters to over 50 Air Traffic Movements (ATMs) every day.
With a digital first approach, the airport delivers a smooth experience for passengers through advanced technology and efficient operations. As an emerging cargo hub, MgIA manages air cargo of over 5,600 metric tonnes per annum.
In July 2025, the Airports Council International (ACI) awarded MgIA with Level 4 accreditation for customer experience. The accreditation recognises the airport's advanced practices in service design and innovation, governance, and customer understanding. MgIA was the first Indian airport in the 5 million passenger category to achieve the Level 3 milestone.