India, Oct. 29 -- The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) is set to take over the security of the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) on Wednesday, marking the first formal step towards designating the premises a high-security zone ahead of its operational launch.

"Nearly 2,000 personnel will be posted within the complex today. After the induction, the security protocol will be the same as it is for any other airport complex. The airport security will be headed by a Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police-rank officers," an officer aware of the matter said.

The NMIA was officially inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 8, nearly 28 years after its initial planning began. This is the 71st airport under...