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Chennai Airport Gets New Plaza and Cab Pickup Point Near Terminal 1 Today

After a two-year delay caused by a legal dispute with the previous parking contractor, the new plaza offering seating for 150 passengers and 28 cab bays opens today just 30 metres from Terminal 1.

13 September 2026VizhiTN Editorial Team3 min read
Chennai Airport Gets New Plaza and Cab Pickup Point Near Terminal 1 Today
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Why this matters to Tamil Nadu

For the millions of passengers who use Chennai airport every year — particularly those arriving at Terminal 1 — the new cab pickup point solves a long-standing pain point. Previously, app-based cab passengers had to walk or take a buggy to the multi-level car park, adding time and confusion especially for first-time travellers, senior citizens, and those with heavy luggage. A cab zone 30 metres from the terminal exit is a significant quality-of-life improvement. The facility is also expected to reduce vehicle congestion inside the terminal drop-off zone by channelling taxis into a controlled, dedicated area.

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Key Highlights

Essential facts and key takeaways

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Inauguration Date: September 13, 2026 (Today)
Inaugurated By: Union Civil Aviation Minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu (virtual)
Location: 30 metres from Terminal 1, Chennai Airport
Cab Bays: 28 bays (2 pickup + 1 exit lane)
Passenger Seating: 150 seats (covered, with FIDS and water)
Day-1 Cab Services: Ola, Uber, Rapido (phased additions later)
Expected Trips/Day: ~5,000 cab trips at full capacity

Timeline

Chronological developments

5 events
1
December 2025
New plaza and cab pickup facility construction completed at Chennai Airport
2
Dec 2025 – Sep 2026
Facility locked due to legal dispute with previous parking contractor
3
September 13, 2026
Legal dispute resolved; Union Minister virtually inaugurates facility
4
Phased (upcoming)
Additional cab aggregators to be permitted after congestion assessment
5
Shortly (upcoming)
105 passenger guidance personnel to be deployed across terminals

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