‘Never seen anything like this’: Delhi airport waterlogged after heavy rain, flights delayed

Delhi battered by heavy rain; Connaught Place to IGI Airport waterlogged after downpour

As heavy rainfall caused traffic snarls, Delhi's turbulent weather also impacted flight operations as at least nine flights were diverted.

Rare squall, heavy rain disrupt Delhi airport operations; 9 flights diverted

Heavy rain caused waterlogging on the airport’s approach road and forecourt, while a squall, a sudden and sharp increase in wind speed, reduced visibility to 600 metres.

Red alert in Delhi amid heavy rain, flight diversions

Of the nine flights diverted, four were sent to Jaipur, four to Lucknow, and one to Ahmedabad.

Delhi rain disrupts flights, waterlogs airport as IMD warns of intense showers

The IMD has issued a yellow alert advising people to remain cautious as rain may lead to waterlogging in low-lying areas and underpasses.

Waterlogging witnessed at IGI Airport in Delhi after heavy rainfall, several flights affected

Several visuals from the airport showed passengers walking through waterlogged areas inside the terminal. To address the situation, additional staff were deployed to drain the accumulated rainwater, as per the information from the airport.

Heavy Rain Lashes Parts of Delhi; Flights Affected; IMD Issues Yellow Alert

Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. The rain also affected flight operations at Delhi airport, with several domestic flights arriving from different cities delayed due to the weather conditions. The affected flights included those arriving from Ahmedabad, Mumbai and Port Blair. Rainwater also accumulated in several parts of the Indira Gandhi International Airport premises, as seen in the visuals. India News | Heavy Rain Lashes …