Weather Disruptions Hit Jaipur Airport: 9 Flights Diverted Due to Low Visibility and Storms
Jaipur, April 12, 2025 โ Adverse weather conditions triggered by an active Western Disturbance have severely disrupted air traffic across North and Central India, with Jaipur Airport becoming a key diversion point. A total of 9 flights were diverted on Friday due to low visibility caused by dust storms, affecting both domestic and international routes.
Delhi Flights Diverted to Jaipur Amid Storms
Poor weather at Delhiโs Indira Gandhi International Airport led to the diversion of five flights to Jaipur, including three international and two domestic services. Passengers from destinations like Germany, Abu Dhabi, and Dhaka had their arrival points changed last-minute, causing major inconvenience.
Flights diverted from Delhi to Jaipur included:
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QY-546 Leipzig (Germany) to Delhi, European Air Transport
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EY-216 Abu Dhabi to Delhi, Etihad Airways
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6E-1104 Dhaka to Delhi, IndiGo
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6E-609 Siliguri to Delhi, IndiGo
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AI-2902 Mumbai to Delhi, Air India
All diverted aircraft are currently parked at Jaipur Airport, awaiting ATC clearance to resume their journeys to Delhi.
4 Flights Could Not Land in Jaipur, Rerouted Elsewhere
Simultaneously, deteriorating visibility at Jaipur Airport prevented four flights from landing, forcing diversions to Udaipur, Jodhpur, and Bhopal. Affected flights were operated by IndiGo, and the airline has arranged alternative transport options for stranded passengers.
Flights diverted away from Jaipur included:
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6E-7517 Chandigarh to Jaipur, diverted to Udaipur
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6E-241 Mumbai to Jaipur, diverted to Jodhpur
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6E-394 Kolkata to Jaipur, diverted to Bhopal
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6E-7192 Indore to Jaipur, diverted to Udaipur
Airlines Provide Alternate Travel Support
IndiGo Airlines issued a statement confirming that passenger assistance measures were being put in place, including alternate bookings, ground transport, and meal support where necessary. Airport authorities also worked in coordination with ATC and weather monitoring teams to manage congestion and ensure flight safety.
IMD Forecast: More Storm Activity Possible
With dust storms affecting not only air visibility but also power lines and city infrastructure, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of continued weather instability through April 12, with light to moderate rain, gusty winds, and potential thunderstorm activity in several parts of Rajasthan and Delhi-NCR.
