IndiGo Flight Diverted to Hyderabad After Power Bank Catches Fire Mid-Air on Delhi–Chennai Route

IndiGo Delhi-Chennai Flight Diverts to Hyderabad After Smoke Detected From Passenger’s Device

An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Chennai was diverted to Hyderabad on Sunday after smoke was detected from a passenger’s personal electronic device, prompting the pilots to make an unscheduled landing as a safety precaution.

Flight 6E 6115, operating on October 11, landed safely at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Shamshabad, Hyderabad. IndiGo confirmed that the crew responded quickly to the incident and brought the situation under control before the aircraft landed.

According to an airline spokesperson, the pilots decided to divert the flight in accordance with established safety protocols after smoke was detected onboard. The airline did not confirm which electronic device was involved or what caused the smoke.

Initial reports suggested that a passenger’s power bank might have caught fire. However, IndiGo’s official statement referred only to smoke from a personal electronic device, without confirming whether a power bank was responsible.

Passengers Recount Moments of Panic

A passenger onboard described the incident as frightening, recalling confusion and panic inside the aircraft as people tried to understand what was happening.

According to the passenger, the cabin crew attempted several ways to extinguish the fire before eventually bringing the situation under control. The aircraft was subsequently diverted to Hyderabad, where it landed safely.

The passenger said those onboard were waiting in Hyderabad and were expected to continue their journey to Chennai. The incident reportedly left passengers shaken and concerned about their safety.

Alternate Aircraft Arranged for Passengers

IndiGo arranged another aircraft to carry passengers to Chennai following the diversion. The airline apologised for the unexpected disruption and said it was taking steps to minimise inconvenience.

The spokesperson said the airline was providing refreshments and timely updates to affected passengers while making arrangements for their onward journey.

IndiGo also reiterated that passenger and crew safety remained its highest priority.

Cause of Smoke Yet to Be Confirmed

Further details about the incident were not immediately available. The airline has not disclosed the exact device involved, the cause of the smoke or whether any passengers or crew members sustained injuries.

The time required to arrange the alternate aircraft and resume the journey to Chennai was also unclear.

The incident once again highlights the potential risks associated with smoke or fire involving electronic devices onboard aircraft. Pilots may divert flights when such situations arise, while cabin crew members take immediate action to contain the threat.

Further information regarding the incident and the circumstances surrounding the suspected device malfunction is awaited.