New rule to cut luggage jams

“But later, when people will get used to it, the check-in process will be much quicker and smoother.”

Airline officials say passengers who show up at the airport with non-compliant baggage will be given an option to have it repacked in boxes. “If they repack it, then their luggage will be loaded in the flight,” a senior official of another airline said.

For travellers, the new policy will result in faster pickups, less baggage jams, and an overall smoother and hassle-free experience. “For airport personnel, it will ensure the safety and security, efficient check-ins and seamless access to checked baggage in case of further security screening,” the OAMC said. “We are telling travellers, ‘If the bag doesn’t lie flat, then consider repacking using appropriate suitcases and travel bags’ Baby strollers, bicycles, wheelchairs, golf bags will still be permitted.”

“If they are going to repack it for free, then it is fine, otherwise it will be too expensive to repack and my other concern is that the boxes will not be strong enough for the flight,” said one blue collar worker. “We always pack with blankets as then there is no fear of our goods getting damaged,” the worker said, adding: “What happens if someone can’t afford to pay for the repacking when the free period ends? Will they have to leave their stuff behind? That seems unfair to me.”