India’s Operation Sindoor leads to the temporary closure of 27 airports, disrupting over 300 flights amid escalating tensions with Pakistan.
In a decisive move, India’s Operation Sindoor targeted terror infrastructures in Pakistan, leading to the temporary closure of 27 airports across northern and western India. This action, a response to the tragic Pahalgam attack, has significantly disrupted air travel, affecting thousands of passengers.
Airports Affected
The following airports are closed until May 10:mint+2NDTV Profit+2The Times of India+2
- Srinagar
- Leh
- Jammu
- Amritsar
- Pathankot
- Chandigarh
- Jodhpur
- Jaisalmer
- Shimla
- Dharamshala
- Jamnagar
- Bhuntar (Himachal Pradesh)
- Ludhiana
- Kishangarh (Rajasthan)
- Patiala
- Gaggal (Himachal Pradesh)
- Bikaner (Rajasthan)
- Halwara (Punjab)
- Mundra (Gujarat)
- Porbandar (Gujarat)
- Rajkot
- Kandla (Gujarat)
- Keshod (Gujarat)
- Bhuj (Gujarat)
- Thoise (Ladakh)
- Bhatinda
- HindonThe Times of India
Flight Disruptions
Over 300 flights have been canceled due to these closures. Airlines like Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Akasa Air have suspended operations to and from the affected airports. Passengers are advised to check with their respective airlines for the latest updates.Hindustan Times+1India Today+1
International Impact
The airspace restrictions have also affected international carriers. Malaysia Airlines and Indonesia’s Batik Air have canceled flights to and from the region. Many foreign airlines are rerouting flights to avoid Pakistani airspace, leading to longer flight times and additional operational challenges.The Indian Express+1Al Jazeera+1Al JazeeraThe Times of India
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