IndiGo Flight to Istanbul Delayed 16 Hours, Stranding Over 100 Passengers in Mumbai

Technical issues caused the delay, leading to passenger protests over lack of communication, food, and support from airline staff.

IndiGo's flight 6E17 from Mumbai to Istanbul, originally scheduled for 6:55 AM, was delayed multiple times and rescheduled to depart at 11 PM due to a technical glitch.
Passengers, including many students, were stranded at Mumbai airport for over 16 hours, with some staging protests demanding refunds or alternate flight arrangements.
Reports from passengers highlighted poor communication, lack of food or water, and unprofessional behavior by airline staff during the extended delay.
The delay caused significant disruptions for passengers with connecting flights from Istanbul, with some expressing concerns about missed onward journeys.
IndiGo issued an apology, stating that an alternate aircraft was arranged and emphasizing that customer safety and comfort remain their priorities.