The cancellations come despite the AAI announcing the resumption of operations at 32 airports, which had been shut until 15 May in light of security concerns stemming from India’s recent military operation
Air India and IndiGo cancelled several flights to and from key northern and western Indian cities on Tuesday, 13 May, following heightened border tensions with Pakistan and the temporary reopening of civilian air operations by the Airports Authority of India (AAI).
The cancellations come despite the AAI announcing the resumption of operations at 32 airports, which had been shut until 15 May in light of security concerns stemming from India’s recent military operation, codenamed Operation Sindoor.
Air India suspended two-way operations for Jammu, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Bhuj, Jamnagar, Chandigarh and Rajkot. IndiGo cancelled services to and from Jammu, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Leh, Srinagar and Rajkot.
IndiGo, in a statement on social media platform X, said the decision was made “in view of recent developments, prioritising passenger safety”. The airline expressed regret for the disruption and assured passengers it was monitoring the situation closely. “Please check your flight status on our website or app. If you need assistance, we’re just a message or call away,” the statement added.
On Monday evening, an IndiGo flight to Amritsar returned to Delhi following precautionary blackout measures in Amritsar, according to PTI.
Air India also took to X, noting: “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.”
In response to the disruptions, Delhi Airport issued a five-point advisory urging travellers to check flight updates through official channels, arrive early for possible security delays, and cooperate with airline and airport staff. The advisory also warned against circulating unverified information.
While operations at Delhi airport remain normal for now, officials stressed the importance of staying informed via airlines or the official airport website.