In the early hours of Friday, a tragic incident unfolded at Delhi’s main airport as a portion of the roof at Terminal 1 collapsed due to severe rain and strong winds. The collapse occurred around 5 a.m. local time, resulting in the death of one person and injuries to several others. This unforeseen disaster led to significant disruption, causing authorities to halt all flights from Terminal 1 until 2 p.m.
Eyewitness reports and visuals from the scene show water gushing from the collapsed roof, flooding the departures area. A taxi was also seen trapped under a damaged pillar. The heavy downpour continued to lash the airport, worsening the situation and creating traffic chaos on surrounding roads.
Emergency services swiftly responded, providing medical assistance and ensuring the safety of those affected. The airport’s official statement confirmed that emergency personnel were actively involved in rescue operations and providing aid to the injured.
The collapse directly impacted the operations of low-cost carriers IndiGo and SpiceJet, leading to the cancellation of all their flights from Terminal 1 for several hours. This unexpected halt disrupted travel plans for many passengers, adding to the chaos at one of India’s busiest airports.
India’s Aviation Minister expressed his concern and assured the public that he was closely monitoring the situation. He highlighted that first responders were diligently working to manage the crisis and restore normalcy as quickly as possible.
