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Rat Sighting Grounds IndiGo KanpurDelhi Flight for Nearly Three Hours

Airport staff halted departure to search the cabin and clear the jet under safety protocols.

Overview

  • All passengers were deboarded after a rodent was spotted inside the cabin before departure, officials said.
  • The search to locate the animal lasted about 90 minutes, followed by inspections by technical and ground teams.
  • The flight departed Kanpur at around 6:03 pm and arrived in Delhi at approximately 7:16 pm, nearly three hours late.
  • Officials said the aircraft was cleared to fly only after the rat was located and the plane was declared safe, with some reports noting fumigation.
  • Accounts differ on exact passenger numbers and rebookings, though early reports cited 140 onboard and noted that some chose not to continue the trip.