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Dust Storm Disrupts Delhi Flights for Second Day as IMD Issues Alerts

Over 15 flights were diverted and advisories issued as Delhi faces a second consecutive day of severe weather, with forecasts predicting relief from light rain and clearer skies ahead.

Flights have been diverted due to a dust storm in Delhi and its adjoining areas
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Overview

  • More than 15 flights were diverted at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport due to the ongoing dust storm affecting takeoffs and landings.
  • Airlines, including Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet, issued advisories warning passengers of delays and diversions caused by adverse weather conditions.
  • The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued red and orange alerts for Delhi and surrounding areas, warning of strong winds and potential thunderstorms.
  • The storm has degraded air quality, with some areas reporting power outages, though no significant damage has been reported so far.
  • Weather forecasts predict light rain and cloudy skies on April 12, with clearer conditions expected in the following days.