Flight delays and diversions hit Indira Gandhi International Airport as heavy rain and winds sweep through Delhi-NCR. Passengers urged to check with airlines
May 02, 2025 | 07:08 AM IST A powerful spell of pre-monsoon rain and thunderstorms disrupted normal life in Delhi-NCR early Friday, severely impacting flight operations at Indira Gandhi International Airport, the busiest airport in the country.
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✈️ Flight Delays & Advisory Issued
- Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) confirmed that multiple flight operations were affected due to the severe weather.
- “Some flights have been impacted at Delhi Airport due to thunderstorms,” DIAL said in a post on X at 5:20 AM.
- Passengers have been advised to check flight status with their respective airlines before heading to the airport.
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Meanwhile, Air India posted a travel alert:
“Some of our flights to and from Delhi are being delayed or diverted, which is likely to impact our overall flight schedule. We are doing our best to minimise disruptions.” – Air India via X (5:51 AM)
⚠️ Weather Snapshot: May 2
- Rain, thunderstorms, gusty winds (up to 80 km/h) lashed Delhi early Friday.
- Waterlogging reported in several areas including Dwarka, Khanpur, South Extension, Lajpat Nagar, Moti Bagh, and Minto Road.
- Trees uprooted, emergency response teams deployed.
At 5:19 AM, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) posted:
“Severe thunder and lightning with winds of 70–80 km/h are expected over Delhi-NCR in the next two hours.”
The IMD has also issued a yellow alert for Delhi through Saturday, forecasting continued thunderstorms and rain.
🌡️ Relief from the Heat
- The storm brought respite from rising temperatures, with Delhi recording 19.8°C in the early hours.
- The maximum temperature on Wednesday was 38.1°C, slightly below the seasonal average.
📌 What To Expect Next
- Thunderstorms and rain likely to continue till Saturday.
- More traffic disruptions, flight schedule changes, and possible power outages may occur.
- Commuters and travellers are advised to stay updated via weather bulletins and airline alerts.
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