IndiGo Cancels All Domestic Flights From Delhi
IndiGo has cancelled all domestic flights departing from Delhi airport on Friday, after a day of major nationwide disruption. The cancellations were announced as the airline continued to face a severe operational crisis that has affected hundreds of services over the past week.
Major Disruption Across Airports
More than 400 flights were affected across India, leaving thousands of passengers stranded. Delhi saw the largest impact as all domestic departures were halted through the day. Passengers reported confusion at terminals, long queues, and delays in rebooking or refunds. Airport staff were deployed to manage crowds and redirect affected travellers.
Reasons Behind The Cancellation
The airline cited a combination of factors including crew availability, scheduling challenges and increased traffic conditions. Industry observers said that recent changes to pilot duty-time rules have affected crew rosters, resulting in gaps that were difficult to cover. Operational stress, weather conditions and technical issues also contributed to the cancellations.
Airline Statement And Next Steps
IndiGo issued a statement apologising to passengers and said teams were working to restore schedules as quickly as possible. Officials indicated that adjustments will continue over the weekend, and more cancellations cannot be ruled out. Authorities advised passengers to check flight status before heading to the airport.
