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New Delhi: More than 100 flights from Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) were canceled on Friday amid increasing tension on the India-Pakistan border. Delhi Airport officials have also issued an advisory, urging passengers to follow all baggage rules and cooperate with the security staff.
These flights canceled
According to Delhi Airport sources, 5 flights to various countries have been canceled while 4 flights from abroad have been canceled from abroad. At the same time, 63 domestic flying from different places of the country have been canceled. 66 flights from Delhi have been canceled. Sources said that Delhi Airport is open and operational. Some flights have been canceled.
Delhi Airport issued advisory
The advisory of the Delhi Airport posted on the X social media handle states that some flights may be affected despite the normal operation at the airport. So make information before leaving the house. You can call the helpline number to avoid discomfort. The airport has also asked passengers to avoid rumors.
The entry of visitors inside the terminal building has also been temporarily banned by at least 18 May and marshals are being deployed inside the terminal to strengthen security appearance. India has already suspended commercial flight operations at around 25 airports. More of these are the airports located close to the India-Pakistan border or at the major locations of the Indian Air Force.
Air India and IndiGo also appeal to passengers
At the same time, Air India said on X late Thursday that passengers from across India are advised to reach their respective airports at least three hours before the prescribed departure … The check-in is closed 75 minutes before the departure. IndiGo also issued a similar appeal, stating: “We request you to give some extra time to your visit to complete security checks and formalities.