After interacting with some of the differently-abled users of the service, I found that motorized wheelchair has put to rest all apprehensions about the reduced mobility at the airport.
I noted that the drop-off area itself had a marked space for the differently-abled to deboard.
There was a kiosk immediately next to the drop-off area for availing of the motorized wheelchairs.
As seen in the inset in the above photo, the operation of the motorized wheelchair was via a joystick and the operator too had an ergonomic hand-rest to operate the controls. There is a platform for the operator to stand at the back of the chair and an adjustable footrest for the user.
My Impressions
The IGI airport in Delhi with all state-of-the-art features for the differently-abled along with this brand new service has left no stone unturned to make the travel experience of those with limited mobility an enjoyable one.
Accessibility Features
Here’s a snapshot:
Ramp Access. A wheelchair-accessible Entrance. A wheelchair-accessible Parking. A wheelchair-accessible Restroom/Toilet.
Thanks for sharing it, earlier it was not there, they must started recently it will help. many People is it. Private service do we have to pay some thing.
The accessibility status of Delhi airport is really ideal, which I think all the sectors should try to follow. I really liked the Motorized wheelchair.
Thanks @TusharSuradkar for sharing about the accessibility status of the airport of the Capital of India.
Hi @TusharSuradkar first of all I would like to thank for the informative post. I am happy to know that IGI airport has started the very helpful service for the special needed persons. Secondly, I would like to give you many, many loves because you took pictures and collected information on the way to relocating Pune . I think this gene exists in the local guides to collect information for the people to help them, so I am not surprised that you have taken information during your busy schedule and I also have done these so many times.
Now I would like to know is the motorized wheel chair service free or is it pay service?
They claim to have started it at most airports in India but I did not find it at the Pune airport or perhaps simply missed it since it could be expected to serve passengers checking in.
I follow your work about accessibility closely and greatly admire the innovative artwork.