Mumbai, April 16 -- Mumbai International Airport's runways will close temporarily on May 9, 2024, from 11am to 5pm for pre-monsoon maintenance, following the yearly practice. The primary runway 09/27 and the secondary runway 14/32 will undergo repair work to enhance resilience, with normal operations resuming at 5 pm. A spokesperson for Mumbai International Airport Limited stated that this contingency plan helps maintain operational continuity and ensure passenger safety, a spokesperson of Mumbai International Airport Limited said. This practice, integral to the airport's monsoon contingency plan, involves specialists inspecting the runway surface for wear and tear, addressing concerns like waterlogging. The maintenance aims to ensure safe landings and take-offs during monsoon, with a focus on durability and longevity. Utilizing cutting-edge technology, the airport monitors maintenance activities to adhere to the six-hour completion time. The MIAL spokesperson noted that this ensures adherence to the scheduled completion time of six hours....