Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 05:52am on 25 May 2025,Sunday Weather & Environment
A severe thunderstorm struck Delhi late Saturday night, causing significant disruptions at Indira Gandhi International Airport. Between 11:30 PM and 4:00 AM, 49 flights, including 17 international ones, were diverted, and approximately 200 flights experienced delays averaging 45 minutes. The India Meteorological Department reported wind speeds reaching up to 82 kmph and 81.2 mm of rainfall within a six-hour period. The storm led to widespread waterlogging, uprooted trees, and power outages in several parts of the city. Delhi Airport issued a public advisory, urging passengers to check flight statuses regularly and stay in touch with airline staff for updates. Flight operations resumed normalcy by 5:54 AM as weather conditions improved. (PC: Hindustan Times)
