Family Denied Permission To Carry Dinosaur Toy In Hand Baggage At Pune Airport
Family Denied Permission To Carry Dinosaur Toy In Hand Baggage At Pune Airport
A surprising incident occurred at Pune Airport on October 1 when a family was prohibited from carrying their child’s dinosaur toy in their hand baggage. Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel cited Ministry of Civil Aviation order number 02/2022, dated March 4, 2022, stating that realistic replicas of insects and reptiles are not permitted in hand baggage.
The family, which included a serving officer in the Indian Army, expressed frustration and raised the issue with higher authorities. The officer, who wished to remain anonymous, highlighted that the public is unaware of this ban. “Nowhere on the airport premises, booking platforms, or social media is such a rule mentioned,” the officer stated.
In response to the complaint, the Airport Sector, Central Industrial Security Force, acknowledged the issue and assured that remedial action is being taken. “Thank you for your feedback. We are looking into the complaint. An appropriate remedial action is being taken. Any inconvenience is regretted,” they replied on X.
The incident underscores the importance of familiarizing oneself with airline baggage policies and security regulations before traveling. While IndiGo’s baggage policy prohibits carrying toy replicas of firearms and ammunition in cabin baggage, it does not explicitly mention dinosaur toys.
This incident raises questions about the clarity and communication of security guidelines. Passengers are advised to check with airlines and security agencies for specific prohibited items to avoid similar situations in the future.
