Lucknow, May 7 -- With Noida International Airport (NIA) set to begin operations soon, the Uttar Pradesh Police is gearing up to ensure foolproof security while maintaining a passenger-friendly environment, official sources said here on Wednesday.

Sources said that the state government is deploying a specially trained unit of 131 police personnel to prevent any security lapses and make the police presence at the upcoming international airport in Jewar both alert and effective.

Sources said that to strengthen NIA's security framework, a team of 131 police personnel has been selected, comprising 10 inspectors, 42 sub-inspectors, and 62 constables. "Besides, 17 officers will be kept in reserve. All selected staff members are graduates under...