IndiGo flight 6E 6115, en route from Delhi to Chennai, was diverted to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad. This incident occurred on October 11, 2026, after a passenger's power bank caught fire.
According to the Hindustan Times, the aircraft was carrying 191 people. The cabin crew successfully doused the flames, and the aircraft landed safely.
The pilots diverted the aircraft as part of the airline's protocol, as reported by the Hindustan Times. The incident was updated on October 12, 2026, at 06:38:54 IST.
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has advised airlines to keep power banks in hand baggage and to prevent their use or charging during flights.
The flight landed safely at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport around 3:15 PM. The airline later resumed its journey to Chennai.
This incident took place at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Telangana, highlighting the importance of safety protocols in air travel.