Flight disruptions continue amid India-Pak tensions

New Delhi: Air India and IndiGo have announced the cancellation of flights to and from several key cities near the India-Pakistan border for Tuesday.

Air India confirmed the cancellation of two-way flight operations to and from Jammu, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Bhuj, Jamnagar, Chandigarh, and Rajkot.

IndiGo similarly suspended services to and from Jammu, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Leh, Srinagar, and Rajkot.

“In view of the latest developments and keeping your safety in mind, flights to and from Jammu, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Bhuj, Jamnagar, Chandigarh and Rajkot are cancelled for Tuesday, 13th May. We are monitoring the situation and will keep you updated,” Air India posted on X.

IndiGo issued a similar statement, saying the cancellations were made “in light of the latest developments and with your safety as our utmost priority.”

The airline added, “We understand how this may disrupt your travel plans, and regret the inconvenience caused. Our teams are actively monitoring the situation and will promptly keep you informed of further updates.”

The affected airports had only just reopened for civilian flights on Monday after being temporarily shut amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan.

The Airports Authority of India (AAI) had announced the resumption of civilian flight operations at 32 airports, a decision that was meant to remain effective until May 15.

Among the airports that were cleared for civilian operations are Adhampur, Ambala, Awantipur, Bathinda, Bikaner, Halwara, Hindon, Jaisalmer, Kandla, Kangra (Gaggal), Keshod, Kishangarh, Kullu Manali (Bhuntar), Ludhiana, Mundra, Naliya, Pathankot, Patiala, Porbandar, Sarsawa, Shimla, Thoise, and Uttarlai.  (IANS)

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