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Srinagar, Ayodhya Flights Cancelled Amid Dense Fog in North India

Srinagar Airport announced the cancellation of one flight on Sunday due to adverse weather conditions affecting Delhi. Simultaneously, dense fog in North India led to the cancellation of two commercial flights at Ayodhya's airport, with authorities advising passengers to check for updates and expect delays.

Key Points: Flight Cancellations at Srinagar, Ayodhya Airports Due to Adverse Weather, Fog

  • Srinagar Airport cancels one flight due to adverse weather in Delhi
  • Airports Authority of India issues fog advisory for Northern India
  • Ayodhya's Maharishi Valmiki Airport cancels two commercial flights
  • Dense fog reduces visibility, triggers low-visibility procedures
  • Passengers advised to reconfirm flight status with airlines
  • AAI deploys assistance teams at affected airports for passenger support
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Srinagar Airport cancels flight due to bad weather, passengers advised to check status

Dense fog disrupts air travel in North India, leading to flight cancellations at Srinagar and Ayodhya airports. Passengers advised to check flight status.

"Dear valued passengers, Please be informed that one flight from SXR stands cancelled today. - Srinagar Airport / Official Post on XFog conditions in parts of Northern India are affecting visibility and may lead to delays or changes in flight operations at select airports. - Airports Authority of India / Official Advisory"

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), December 21

Srinagar Airport on Sunday announced the cancellation of one flight operating from Srinagar (SXR) due to adverse weather conditions in Delhi.

In a post on X, the airport stated, "Dear valued passengers, Please be informed that one flight from SXR stands cancelled today."

The airport urged travellers to reconfirm their flight status with their respective airlines before heading to the airport, noting that weather-related disruptions can lead to last-minute schedule changes.

The post further added, "We regret the inconvenience caused. Regular updates will be shared to keep our passengers informed."

Meanwhile, in northern India, dense fog continued to affect air travel. At Maharishi Valmiki International Airport in Ayodhya, two scheduled commercial flights were cancelled on Sunday, according to officials at Ayodhya Airport Authority of India (AAI).

The cancelled services include Air India Express flight IX1284/IX1274, operating on the Delhi-Ayodhya-Delhi sector, and SpiceJet flight SG615/SG614, scheduled on the Mumbai-Ayodhya-Ahmedabad route.

The cancellations come amid persistent dense fog in the region, which has significantly reduced visibility and triggered low-visibility operational procedures at the airport. Similar advisories have been issued in the past few days as fog continues to affect northern India.

Earlier today, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) issued an advisory, warning that fog conditions in parts of northern India are affecting visibility and may lead to delays or changes in flight operations at select airports.

Passengers have been advised to check flight updates with their respective airlines through official channels and to allow extra time for travel to airports and completion of necessary formalities.

"Fog conditions in parts of Northern India are affecting visibility and may lead to delays or changes in flight operations at select airports. Passengers are advised to check flight updates with their airlines through official channels and allow extra time for airport travel and formalities," AAI's advisory read.

To assist travellers during adverse weather, the AAI has deployed passenger assistance teams at affected airports to provide guidance and on-ground support.

- ANI

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Priya S
Safety first! Better to cancel than risk a flight in bad visibility. The advisory to check with airlines is crucial. I always check the airline app and flight radar before leaving for the airport in December-January. ❄️
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Aman W
It's not just Srinagar, fog is affecting the entire northern belt. Ayodhya flights cancelled too. This really disrupts travel plans during the holiday season. Hope the passenger assistance teams are actually helpful on ground.
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Sarah B
I appreciate the proactive communication on social media. It's a step in the right direction. However, the refund and rebooking process for cancelled flights is still a nightmare with some budget carriers. That needs to be streamlined.
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Vikram M
Jammu & Kashmir weather is always unpredictable in winter. Tourists planning a trip to Gulmarg or Srinagar should always factor in these delays. Road travel on the highway can also be risky. Stay safe, everyone.
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Karthik V
While safety is paramount, the economic cost of these cancellations is huge for both airlines and passengers. Can we invest more in advanced landing systems at our major airports to mitigate this annual problem?

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