Why was Celebi Aviation’s security clearance revoked and what are two entities that were operational in India?
In a significant development, the Central government revoked the security clearance of Turkish ground-handling company Celebi NAS Airport Services, citing national security concerns. In an official order, the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) stated: "The security clearance in r/o Celebi Airport Services India Pvt. Ltd, under the category Ground Handling Agency was approved by DG, BCAS vide letter no. 15/99/2022-Delhi-BCAS/E-219110 dated 21.11.2022. In the exercise of power conferred upon DG, BCAS, the security clearance in r/o Celebi Airport Services India Pvt. Ltd is hereby revoked with immediate effect in the interest of National Security. This issues with the approval of DG, BCAS."
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