Delhi-NCR rain disrupts flights as airlines issue travel advisories

Heavy rain across Delhi, Noida and Gurugram on July 9 disrupted travel in the National Capital Region, with Air India and IndiGo issuing advisories warning passengers of possible flight delays.

The airlines told travelers to check flight status before leaving for the airport as showers added to traffic congestion and waterlogging in parts of Delhi-NCR.

Weather alert escalates

Early in the day, reports said the India Meteorological Department had issued an orange alert for Delhi-NCR. Later reporting said the warning for Delhi was upgraded to a red alert as rainfall intensified.

One report said the forecast suggested 180 mm to 250 mm of rain could fall over the next 24 hours.

Road and air travel hit

The rain caused severe waterlogging in multiple areas and slowed traffic across the region, affecting commuters as well as passengers heading to Delhi airport.

The disruption was not limited to roads. Airline advisories indicated that flight operations could face delays because of the weather and airport access conditions.

What passengers are being told

Travelers in Delhi-NCR are being urged to check their flight status before traveling and to allow extra time for airport access. The situation may change further if the IMD keeps the red alert in place or updates it again.

Officials and airlines were still being monitored for any further updates on delays, cancellations or improved conditions.