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Power Bank Fire on IndiGo Flight Injures Six During Evacuation
A power bank caught fire on an IndiGo flight, prompting an emergency evacuation at Chandigarh airport. Six people sustained injuries during the evacuation, including one passenger who suffered an ankle fracture.
5 May, 14:31 — 5 May, 23:32
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Times of IndiaMostly Factual61d ago
Chandigarh: Power bank catches fire on IndiGo flight; 6 injured in emergency evacuation
Panic erupted on an IndiGo flight from Hyderabad to Chandigarh when a power bank ignited mid-cabin after landing. Six passengers sustained injuries during the subsequent evacuation via emergency slides. Airport officials confirmed no fatalities, but passengers alleged delays in medical aid and inadequate complaint handling by the airline.
By TNN
Read full article →indian-expressMostly Factual61d ago
Power bank explodes on IndiGo flight, passenger suffers ankle fracture during evacuation at Chandigarh airport
By Jasbir Malhi
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First report: indian-express · 5 May, 14:31|Full coverage: 2 · 9h|Window: 9h
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