After a day of widespread flight chaos, Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport on Tuesday issued a fresh travel update as air operations slowly returned towards normalcy following dense fog conditions. Airport authorities said that while flight movement is improving, passengers may still face delays and intermittent disruptions on certain routes.
In its latest advisory, IGI Airport urged travellers to remain in touch with their respective airlines for the most accurate and up-to-date information on departures and arrivals. The airport management also assured passengers that assistance teams have been deployed across all terminals to help manage queues and provide support during the recovery phase.
The advisory follows severe disruptions witnessed on Monday, when thick fog reduced visibility to unsafe levels during early morning hours. As a result, nearly 250 flights were impacted, with more than 220 cancellations reported across departures and arrivals. Several flights were also diverted to nearby airports after pilots were unable to land safely in Delhi.
Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) said its ground staff and coordination teams worked throughout the day to support affected travellers and coordinate with airlines. Officials added that restoring operations safely remained the primary focus amid challenging weather conditions.
The Ministry of Civil Aviation had earlier advised passengers to check flight status before heading to the airport, warning that weather-related disruptions could continue. The ministry also confirmed that air traffic controllers and airport teams were operating round the clock to ease congestion while ensuring safety standards were maintained.
Major airlines including IndiGo and Air India issued separate alerts to passengers, cautioning them about possible delays due to fog across north India. Air India confirmed the cancellation of several flights, citing poor visibility and operational constraints, while other airlines acknowledged disruptions without disclosing exact figures.
