India, Aug. 11 -- Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) has issued a passenger advisory ahead of the Independence Day long weekend, cautioning travellers about potential delays in security checks due to an expected surge in passenger traffic.

The advisory, issued on August 11, comes as August 15 falls on a Friday this year, creating a three-day weekend, a period traditionally associated with heavy outbound travel. Airport authorities said additional security measures will be in place throughout August, which could further slow down processing times.

In the past, similar holiday rushes have led to long queues at security gates, with several passengers missing their flights despite arriving well in advance. Officials are urgi...