Severe fog at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport on December 16 led to the cancellation of 126 flights, including 49 departures and 77 arrivals. Airlines, including IndiGo, faced widespread operational challenges, with passengers advised to check flight status regularly. Authorities confirmed visibility issues as the primary cause of disruptions.
Travelers at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport faced significant disruption on Tuesday as dense fog reduced visibility, forcing the cancellation of 126 flights. The cancellations included both domestic and international services, highlighting the impact of winter weather on aviation operations in northern India.
Key Highlights:
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Scale of Disruption: A total of 126 flights cancelled — 49 departures and 77 arrivals.
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Airline Impact: IndiGo reported cancelling 110 flights across its network, citing operational challenges caused by poor visibility.
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Passenger Advisory: Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) urged travelers to check flight status before arriving at the airport.
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Weather Conditions: Dense fog during early morning hours severely affected take-offs and landings.
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Operational Measures: On-ground teams were deployed to assist passengers and manage congestion across terminals.
The incident underscores the vulnerability of air travel to seasonal weather conditions, with fog continuing to be a recurring challenge for airports in northern India during winter.
Sources: The Hindu, Mathrubhumi, Republic World, Indian Express, Times Now