Hyd airport launches face recognition system for entry

Hyderabad: The Rajiv Gandhi International Airport here has initiated Face Recognition (FR) system on a trial basis for passengers for entry into the aerodrome, sources said Tuesday.

The trials, which are being carried out under Centre's Digi Yatra programme started from July 1 and would continue till July 31, they said adding over 180 passengers enrolled voluntarily for the trials at the airport.

"The airport has set up dedicated FR Registration counters near the Domestic Departure Gates No 1 and 3.

The registration is available from 8 am to 8 pm for passengers who would like a new digital experience and is completely voluntary.

On the first day (July 1), over 180 passengers enrolled voluntarily for DigiYatra trials at Hyderabad Airport," the sources said.