New Delhi, Sept. 21 -- Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) reopened its third runway for operations from September 20, almost seven months after it was shut for major strengthening and work.

"The comprehensive rehabilitation of Runway 11R/29L [commonly known as the third runway] is complete, and all necessary regulatory approvals are in place, paving the way for its recommissioning from September 20," private airport operator DIAL said.

DIAL is a joint venture between infra major GMR group-led consortium and national airports operator, AAI. It said the project began in February 2026.

DIAL said the rehabilitation project, which started in February this year, involved extensive strengthening and upgrade works aimed at enhancing op...