Flights Halted at 32 Indian Airports Due to Security Concerns

10/05/2025

Flights Halted at 32 Indian Airports Due to Security Concerns

KUWAIT CITY, May 10: In response to escalating tensions with Pakistan, the Indian government has suspended civil flight operations at 32 airports across northern and western regions. The suspension is effective from May 9 to May 14, 2025, with operations expected to resume at 5:29 AM IST on May 15.

Affected Airports

The airports impacted by this suspension include:

Punjab: Adampur, Ambala, Amritsar, Bathinda, Halwara, Ludhiana, Pathankot, Patialan
Jammu & Kashmir: Awantipur, Jammu, Srinagarn
Ladakh: Leh, Thoisen
Himachal Pradesh: Bhuntar (Kullu-Manali), Kangra (Gaggal), Shimlan
Rajasthan: Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Kishangarh, Uttarlain
Gujarat: Bhuj, Jamnagar, Kandla, Keshod, Mundra, Naliya, Porbandar, Rajkot (Hirasar)n
Uttar Pradesh: Hindon, Sarsawan
Chandigarh: Chandigarhn

These closures are part of heightened security measures following India's airstrikes on alleged terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan, which were in retaliation for a terrorist attack in April that killed 26 Indian tourists in Kashmir.

Impact on Travel and Airlines

Major airlines, including Air India and IndiGo, have canceled flights to and from these airports during the suspension period. Passengers are advised to check with their respective airlines for the latest updates and to plan alternative travel arrangements if necessary.

The situation remains dynamic, and travelers should stay informed through official channels and news outlets for any changes to flight operations or additional advisories.