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Weather
Heavy rain hits Delhi, 15 flights cancelled and over 100 delayed
✍️ India Today
🗓 25 Aug 2026, 08:07 AM
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A sudden downpour in Delhi forced the cancellation of 15 flights and delayed more than 100 others, disrupting travel across the capital.
Delhi was drenched by a heavy rainstorm on Tuesday, just a day after the city experienced widespread monsoon disruptions. The downpour caused the cancellation of 15 scheduled flights at Indira Gandhi International Airport and delayed over 100 more, according to airport officials.
Airlines cited low visibility and waterlogged runways as the primary reasons for the operational setbacks. Passengers were advised to check flight status before heading to the terminals, and many were offered rebooking or refunds.
The Delhi Meteorological Department warned that the city could see further showers in the coming hours, urging commuters to remain cautious while traveling. Traffic congestion on major roads intensified as motorists struggled with water‑logged streets.
Authorities have deployed additional ground staff to assist stranded travelers and are monitoring the situation closely to resume normal flight operations as soon as conditions improve.
Airlines cited low visibility and waterlogged runways as the primary reasons for the operational setbacks. Passengers were advised to check flight status before heading to the terminals, and many were offered rebooking or refunds.
The Delhi Meteorological Department warned that the city could see further showers in the coming hours, urging commuters to remain cautious while traveling. Traffic congestion on major roads intensified as motorists struggled with water‑logged streets.
Authorities have deployed additional ground staff to assist stranded travelers and are monitoring the situation closely to resume normal flight operations as soon as conditions improve.