A message has been circulating on social media about operations at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) changing from October 1. The message reads, “From October 1, 2026, one-third of the air traffic movement at Mumbai airport will be shifted to Navi Mumbai International Airport.” This comes as demolition of the Terminal 1A building in Santacruz East gets closer to completion.

This shift could make things difficult for employees, especially ground and janitorial staff at Mumbai airport, many of whom reside around the airport in Jari Mari or Vile Parle areas as they will have to look for transport or residence in Navi Mumbai till Terminal 1 is renovated.