The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a "thunderstorm with rain" warning.
- Heavy rain caused waterlogging and traffic disruption in Delhi on Saturday morning
- Delhi Airport states all flight operations are currently normal despite weather conditions
- Airlines IndiGo and SpiceJet advised passengers to check flight status before travelling
Heavy and continuous rain brought Delhi to a standstill on Saturday morning, leaving many areas waterlogged and affecting vehicular traffic. Visuals show areas such as Panchkuian Marg, Mathura Road, and the road outside Bharat Mandapam, among others waterlogged.
According to the plane tracking site Flightradar, at least 182 flight departures have been delayed at the Delhi Airport. At least 30 flights arriving in Delhi have also been delayed.
The Delhi Airport has also issued an advisory for passengers.
"As per the India Meteorological Department's forecast, Delhi is currently experiencing inclement weather, including heavy rainfall, resulting in waterlogging near the airport. Passengers are advised to plan their travel accordingly and consider alternative modes of transport, such as the Delhi Metro, to avoid delays and ensure timely arrival at the airport. For the latest flight updates, passengers are requested to contact their respective airlines directly," the Delhi Airport said in a post on X.
Many airlines have also issued advisories for passengers, urging them to check their flight status before leaving for the airport.
IndiGo wrote: "Due to today's downpour, several roads across Delhi are currently blocked or experiencing slow movement. Please allow extra time, take an alternate route if possible, and check your flight status on our website or app before leaving for the airport. Our teams are working to keep things on track and support your journey. Thank you for continued trust and patience."
SpiceJet, in its advisory, said, "Due to bad weather (heavy rain) in Delhi (DEL), all departures/arrivals and their consequential flights may get affected. Passengers are requested to keep a check on their flight status."
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a "thunderstorm with rain" warning for today in the national capital. While the maximum temperature is going to be 33 degrees Celsius, the minimum temperature is likely to settle at 25 degrees Celsius, it said.
