Heavy Rain Disrupts Flights at Delhi Airport

Heavy rain has lashed parts of Delhi-NCR, causing significant disruption to flight operations at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. The airport and airlines have issued travel advisories to passengers.

28 May, 12:15 — 28 May, 13:51

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Delhi's IGI Airport is one of the busiest in India, and disruptions can affect thousands of travelers. Severe weather conditions pose safety risks and can cause significant economic impact due to flight delays and cancellations.

Key entitiesDelhi Airport Airlines IMD

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Heavy rain and thunderstorms affected Delhi-NCR
Delhi's IGI airport issued a travel advisory due to weather
Airlines also issued advisories for passengers

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Delhi airport and airlines issued advisories for passengers

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual7d ago

Rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR; IGI airport issues travel advisory

Delhi-NCR experienced a sudden weather shift with rain and severe thunderstorms, prompting a red alert from the IMD. Wind speeds are expected to reach 80 km/h, with the activity continuing until May 31. This follows days of extreme heat, with temperatures dropping significantly. Experts attribute the change to a western disturbance and moisture from the Bay of Bengal.

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual7d ago

Delhi airport, airlines issue advisory as heavy rain disrupts flight ops

Weather in Delhi: In view of unfavourable weather conditions, the Delhi airport along with airlines have issued advisory for passangers.

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First report: Times of India · 28 May, 12:15|Full coverage: 2 · 2h|Window: 2h

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Times of India28 May, 12:15First to report

Rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR; IGI airport issues travel advisory

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hindustan-times28 May, 13:51Latest update

Delhi airport, airlines issue advisory as heavy rain disrupts flight ops

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Initial Weather Shift2026-05-28T12:15:13.000Z

Delhi-NCR experienced a sudden change in weather with rain and severe thunderstorms.

Advisories Issued2026-05-28T13:51:16.000Z

Delhi airport and airlines issued advisories to passengers regarding flight disruptions.

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Heavy Rain Disrupts Flights at Delhi Airport

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Rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR; IGI airport issues travel advisory

Delhi airport, airlines issue advisory as heavy rain disrupts flight ops

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Rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR; IGI airport issues travel advisory

Delhi airport, airlines issue advisory as heavy rain disrupts flight ops

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Specific wind speeds expected and the duration of the weather activity
IMD issuing a red alert for the region