AI seeks additional security at Bahrain airport

Dubai, Aug 30 (UNI) National carrier Air India has sought additional security at the Bahrain International airport, sources said.

The Indian Embassy in Manama has requested the local transport ministry for extra security staff to conduct more checks after the routine screening all passengers go through after checking in.

The airline has already banned several things like cabin-luggage, except travel documents, cash, jewellery, medicines and infant food.

Air India, which operates seven flights a week to Bahrain, has been promised immediate help by the local security authorities, the sources added.

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