Overview

• A tyre puncture on the front wheel was detected during routine maintenance after the aircraft arrived from Kolkata.
• The airline canceled the Ranchi–Patna–Lucknow flight before departure to address the fault and avert potential in-flight hazards.
• The sudden grounding caused confusion and inconvenience among passengers before alternative travel logistics were put in place.
• An IndiGo spokesperson said the timely detection and response prioritized passenger safety and limited delays.
• Further inspections are underway at Birsa Munda Airport to confirm the aircraft’s airworthiness before it resumes operations.