29/06/2026
Airport’s Only Lounge Likely to Shut Down by December Amid Low Footfall
The only passenger lounge at Gwalior Airport, Paahun Lounge, is likely to shut down by December this year, raising fresh concerns over the decline of passenger services at the airport.
According to staff members, the lounge has been operating at a loss due to poor footfall. The facility is reportedly receiving only around 10 to 15 customers per day, far below its minimum target of nearly 50 customers daily.
Sources said the lounge could have been closed earlier this year, but a three-year operational commitment kept it running. With that commitment nearing completion, the lounge is now expected to shut down by December.
The development comes as another setback for passengers at Gwalior Airport. Earlier, had also shut down its outlet at the airport, and now the lounge may become the next facility to close.
The reduced number of flights from Gwalior Airport is being seen as one of the key reasons behind lower passenger movement. With fewer flights, the airport has witnessed limited footfall, directly affecting commercial services such as cafés, lounges and passenger amenities.
The possible closure of Paahun Lounge has disappointed frequent travellers, who say that instead of improving facilities, Gwalior Airport appears to be losing existing services. The situation also highlights the need for more flight connectivity to sustain airport operations and improve passenger convenience.