Nagpur: In two separate incidents over the weekend, an IndiGo flight en route to Nagpur was forced to make an emergency landing at Hyderabad airport, while another flight was cancelled due to technical problems. The events have raised concerns about the airline's operational safety, though officials maintain that passenger safety was never compromised.
Emergency Landing on Bengaluru-Nagpur Route
On Saturday, an IndiGo flight operating from Bengaluru to Nagpur encountered a suspected technical malfunction mid-flight. The pilot promptly alerted air traffic control and requested permission to land at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. The aircraft landed safely, and all 126 passengers on board were unharmed.
Technical teams inspected the aircraft upon arrival and rectified the issue. Sources described the problem as minor and confirmed that it was resolved the same day. The aircraft remained in Hyderabad as of the filing of this report. While the exact nature of the technical snag has not been disclosed, airline officials stated that a detailed examination will be conducted to ensure all systems are functioning normally.
Flight Cancellation on Sunday
On Sunday, an IndiGo flight from Hyderabad to Nagpur was cancelled due to a technical issue detected before departure. The cancellation also affected the aircraft's return journey from Nagpur to Hyderabad, causing inconvenience for passengers booked on both sectors. Airline staff informed passengers and assisted them with alternative arrangements in accordance with company procedures.
IndiGo has not yet issued a detailed official statement regarding the two incidents. The airline emphasized that passenger safety remains the top priority and that all protocols were followed.
