Excess time fee scrapped at Doon airport

DEHRADUN: Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun is set to roll out a commuter-friendly and technology-driven parking system under a revised policy by the Airports Authority of India (AAI). A key highlight is the removal of excess-time fees earlier imposed on vehicles overstaying in parking zones.Officials said the move will reduce confusion and inconvenience for travellers. “The new rules aim to simplify parking, reduce congestion and improve overall passenger experience,” said BCH Negi, director of the airport.A major relief has also been extended to commercial vehicles. Non-AAI licensed operators, who were earlier charged Rs 345 for lane pickups, will now pay a nominal fee of Rs 80, making short-duration pickups significantly more affordable.In addition, toll booths will be relocated outside parking areas, eliminating the need for entry tokens -- a step expected to ease congestion at entry points and ensure smoother traffic flow.The airport will also see a technological upgrade with the introduction of an automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) system and other digital tools to streamline operations and improve transparency. AAI is expected to float a tender within a month for a fully automated parking management system, which could become operational within six months.