Passengers remain stranded outside with airport yet to reopen

KATHMANDU: Passengers thronged Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) on Thursday after officials announced the resumption of flights. However, confusion and frustration mounted as travelers were still denied entry despite assurances that operations had resumed.

According to the airport office, flights were supposed to reopen with operations every hour. Yet, passengers gathered at the gates said they were repeatedly told that flights would resume soon, but no clear schedule or access was provided.

“I’ve been waiting here for two days, sleeping on the airport floor. They keep saying flights will open every hour, but nothing has happened,” said one passenger, voicing frustration shared by many others stranded at the airport.

Large crowds have built up in the terminal area, with some families waiting for as long as three days in hopes of catching their flights. The uncertainty has sparked growing anger among travelers, who are demanding clearer communication and urgent management from authorities.

Airport officials have not clarified when regular flight operations will fully resume.