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Indian man loses passport at Delhi airport, CISF officer tracks him down in crowd: ‘A big salute’

An Indian man praised CISF after an officer tracked him down at Delhi T3 and returned his passport he left at security.

Published on: Mar 14, 2026, 14:49:19 IST
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An Indian man has praised the Central Industrial Security Force after a CISF officer tracked him down in a crowded airport and returned his lost passport. The incident took place at Terminal 3 of Delhi airport shortly after the passenger arrived from the United States.

An Indian man shared how a CISF officer found him in a crowded Delhi airport and returned the passport he lost. (Representational image/Hindustan Times)
An Indian man shared how a CISF officer found him in a crowded Delhi airport and returned the passport he lost. (Representational image/Hindustan Times)

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Taking to X, the man identified as Sudhir Khare shared his experience, recalling how he misplaced his passport while rushing through security. He wrote, “Landed from USA at T3, Delhi, Mar 10 eve, left passport at security while rushing out. I lost all hope, when a CISF officer tracked me down in such a crowded airport, and gave passport. A big thanks and salute to @CISFHqrs and @CISFAirport. You make us proud.”

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CISF responds with gratitude

Responding to Khare’s post, the official X account of the Airport Sector of the Central Industrial Security Force thanked him for his appreciation and reiterated their commitment to duty.

The account wrote, “Dear passenger, thank you for your kind words and appreciation of our CISF personnel. We are glad we could assist in retrieving your belongings promptly. Your acknowledgment motivates us to continue our commitment to serving with diligence and sincerity.”

(Also read: Delhi man praises CISF after alert personnel return his misplaced smart glasses at Bhubaneswar airport)

Vivek Agnihotri joins in praise

Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri also reacted to the incident, applauding the CISF for its work. Taking to X, Agnihotri wrote, “This is the magic of India. @CISFHQrs @CISFAirport are the best in the world.”

In response, the CISF once again expressed gratitude, replying, "Dear @vivekagnihotri, your valuable feedback is a source of inspiration for CISF personnel performing their duty with passion and utmost dedication. Thank you very much. Wish you a wonderful day."

  • Mahipal Singh Chouhan
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    Mahipal Singh Chouhan

    Mahipal Singh Chouhan is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times Digital, with nearly five years of experience in digital journalism and content production. He primarily covers offbeat, trending and human-interest stories, with a focus on emerging social media trends, online conversations and real-world incidents that capture public attention. At Hindustan Times, Mahipal works on identifying and developing fast-moving digital stories, adding context and journalistic perspective to viral moments while maintaining accuracy, clarity and readability for online audiences. Before joining Hindustan Times Digital, he was associated with DNA India, where he gained experience in newsroom workflows and digital storytelling. He holds a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, Delhi. Beyond journalism, he has a keen interest in history and sports and enjoys expanding his general knowledge.Read More

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