An IndiGo flight traveling from Delhi to Chennai was forced to make an emergency diversion to the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Shamshabad, Hyderabad, on Sunday. This incident occurred after a passenger's power bank caught fire inside the cabin.
According to Asianet Newsable, smoke began billowing from the electronic device mid-flight, triggering immediate safety alarms among those onboard.
The flight crew responded swiftly to contain the incident, while the pilots executed a safe diversion to Hyderabad in accordance with standard aviation safety protocols.
The crew contained the situation, and the pilots landed safely. All passengers were evacuated unharmed.
IndiGo expressed regret over the unexpected disruption and emphasized that safety remains the airline's utmost priority.
This incident underscores the strategic importance of Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad, serving as a crucial diversion hub in such emergencies, ensuring safety for passengers across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.