'Stampede-like situation at T3': 50 flights delayed at Delhi airport, passengers allege 'held hostage' by airline

'Stampede-like situation at T3': 50 flights delayed at Delhi airport, passengers allege 'held hostage' by airline

A severe dust storm paralyzed flight operations at Delhi's IGI Airport, causing significant delays, diversions, and cancellations. Hundreds of passengers were stranded, leading to widespread complaints of airline mismanagement and mistreatment. Passengers voiced their frustration on social media, citing lack of information, constant rescheduling, and inadequate assistance from airline staff amidst the chaos.

"Stranded For 12 Hours": Flights Delayed At Delhi Airport Due To Dust Storm

Flight delays due to strong dust storms and gusty winds in Delhi impacted hundreds of passengers yesterday. Besides the delayed flights, at least 15 flights were also diverted from their scheduled destination, sources suggest. While airlines such as Air India and IndiGo issued advisories on X, many frustrated passengers described their ordeal. "We had a connecting flight from Srinagar to Delhi to Mumbai at 4 pm. Our flight was scheduled to land …