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Viral video of touchless washroom at Mumbai airport shows sensor faucets and doors.
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News18•13-10-2026, 11:25
Viral video of touchless washroom at Mumbai airport shows sensor faucets and doors.
- •A video of the touchless washroom facilities at Terminal 2 of Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is going viral on social media.
- •The smart system features sensor-based faucets and doors that operate automatically without needing to be touched by hand.
- •These modern facilities help maintain hygiene and prevent the unnecessary wastage of water, especially during peak travel hours.
- •The upgrades are part of a major modernization project proposed for 41 passenger washroom blocks by Mumbai International Airport Limited.
- •While many social media users praised the convenient initiative, some emphasized the importance of regular cleaning and timely repairs.
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The faucets utilize motion sensors that detect a person's hands placed beneath the spout to automatically start the water flow and stop it when hands are removed. Similarly, the doors operate via motion sensors or touch-free mechanisms that allow entry and exit without handling any handles.
In April 2025, Mumbai International Airport Limited submitted a renovation proposal for 41 passenger washroom blocks to the Airports Economic Regulatory Authority of India (AERA) to improve fittings and plumbing issues.
The upgrade incorporates waterless urinals, tap aerators, and flow reducers to conserve water, along with a system to reuse treated water for flushing, cooling, and maintaining greenery.
